Patient's question:
On the second day of the baby's birth, the doctor said the child had jaundice. He asked for a blood test to check the baby's jaundice level. I just got the blood test done. I forgot to ask the doctor when the results would be available. Can anyone tell me how long it takes to get the results of a newborn jaundice test?Doctor's answer:
Blood test for newborn jaundice. The results are usually available very quickly. However, it depends on the hospital situation. If there are many people being tested, you may have to wait for the results. If there aren't many people, the results should be ready shortly. At most, they can be available the same day. Don't worry too much. Jaundice is usually manageable if it's not pathological. The doctor will have a good treatment plan. It's recommended to give the child appropriate fluids and sunlight during the day to help with jaundice.