hi I got boy baby on Thursday but 4th day took blood test in that billirubin is 18.2 mg/dl .now we r in phototherapy .what is the normal level sir.how many days it will release.pls reply me fast sir

1 Answer

ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist2 years ago

A. less than 5 atleast. see only the doctor who can see you in person can judge what is the right status. best to trust heryou have to do a few more tests and a scan after a local doctor advice for proper treatment

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