Jaundice in the Newborn - New Born Baby
Jaundice in the Newborn - New Born Baby
Jaundice in the Newborn - New Born Baby
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AIIMS- NICU protocols 2007Annexure:Table 1. Guide to dermal sta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g with level of bilirub<strong>in</strong> (Modified from Kramer'sorig<strong>in</strong>al article) 14Area of bodyLevel of bilirub<strong>in</strong>Face 4-6 mg/ dlChest, upper abdomen8-10 mg/dlLower abdomen, thighs12-14 mg/dlArms, lower legs15-18 mg/dlPalms, soles 15-20 mg/dlTable 2. Indications for exchange transfusion <strong>in</strong> Rh Isoimmunization. 6An exchange transfusion soon after birth is <strong>in</strong>dicated if:Cord bilirub<strong>in</strong> is ≥ 5mg/dlCord Hb is ≤10 mg/dl, PCV
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