Patient's question:
How high is the bilirubin level for children?Doctor's answer:
The jaundice index, also known as the concentration of bilirubin, is 12 milligrams per 100 milliliters, representing 12 milligrams of bilirubin in 100 milliliters of blood. The baby's liver function has not yet developed well. Within the first week of birth, 60% of full-term babies will develop jaundice, while 80% of premature babies will. Normal babies will also develop jaundice because their liver function has not yet matured, making them more prone to it.