What’s Causing the Indirect Bilirubin Level to Be High in Newborn Jaundice?

A newborn began showing jaundice on the third day, but it hadn’t faded by the 36th day. After examination, the total bilirubin level was found to be as high as 305.0umoI/L, with an indirect bilirubin level of 261.7. After hospital treatment, the bilirubin level decreased, but the skin still appeared jaundiced. Possible causes include viral hepatitis, hemolytic disease, congenital genetic metabolic diseases, and more. Further investigation is needed to determine the cause.
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