Patient's question:
How long does it take to get the jaundice test results after a blood draw for a child? It's been a whole day, and the results haven't come out yet. I'm very anxious, wondering if my child has developed a serious illness. Could you please tell me how long it takes to get the results after a blood draw for high jaundice in a child?Doctor's answer:
Hello, friend, I am very happy to provide you with health advice. Generally, the results can be available the same day. The normal value of jaundice index in newborns is: for full-term infants, it disappears within 14 days after birth, and for premature infants, it disappears within 4 weeks. The serum bilirubin level for full-term infants is 205 mol/L, and for premature infants, it is 257 mol/L. Usually, it can be detected the same day. If there is hemolytic jaundice, it should be treated as soon as possible. Drink more water and get more sun.