Patient's question:
My child has been born for 8 days, but the doctor still says my child has jaundice. I don't quite believe it, I heard that babies only get jaundice around the third day. I want to wait and see before checking again. Could you please tell me what instruments are used to measure a child's jaundice and which ones are the most accurate?Doctor's answer:
Newborns have an excessive number of red blood cells in their blood, and these red blood cells have a short lifespan and are easily destroyed, leading to excessive bilirubin production. On the other hand, the immature liver function in newborns limits bilirubin metabolism, among other factors or causes, resulting in jaundice in newborns for a certain period. However, there are also other factors or causes, so it is recommended to have a detailed examination at the hospital.