Why do newborns need to be checked for bilirubin? How long does it take to check?

Patient's question:

Why do newborns need to be checked for bilirubin? How long does it take to check? What do you need to bring for the check?

Doctor's answer:

According to the condition: Children generally have poor liver function in processing bilirubin, and bilirubin has a significant impact on brain development in children, so follow-up is necessary. Advice: Treatment: Generally, a check-up should be done within one month of birth. For the check-up, there is no need to bring anything.

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