Overview
Jaundice typically presents on the 2nd-3rd day of life. It is usually first seen on the face and forehead then progresses caudally to the trunk and extremities.
Danger signs in a newborn infant with jaundice includes changes in brainstem evoked auditory potentials, changes in muscle tone, seizures and altered cry characteristics.
Jaundice that appears in a newborn <24 hour old is most likely nonphysiologic and needs further evaluation; visible jaundice of the feet may be an indication to check bilirubin level.
A total serum bilirubin (TSB) level of >25 mg/dL (428 µmol/L) at any time is a medical emergency and indicates prompt hospital admission and initiation of treatment.
For further information regarding the management of Neonatal Jaundice, please refer to Disease Algorithm for the Treatment Guideline.
Danger signs in a newborn infant with jaundice includes changes in brainstem evoked auditory potentials, changes in muscle tone, seizures and altered cry characteristics.
Jaundice that appears in a newborn <24 hour old is most likely nonphysiologic and needs further evaluation; visible jaundice of the feet may be an indication to check bilirubin level.
A total serum bilirubin (TSB) level of >25 mg/dL (428 µmol/L) at any time is a medical emergency and indicates prompt hospital admission and initiation of treatment.
For further information regarding the management of Neonatal Jaundice, please refer to Disease Algorithm for the Treatment Guideline.
