Hi, on further thought about recent cases, mostly if the baby is alert and feeding, I use lots of strong natural light and observe. I did have one baby that we knew would have jaundice because of family history. I took him to the teaching hospital for children,PMH on day 4. His SBR was 310. We were sent home without phototherapy and advice to keep him in the light and regular feeding. I went back for a followup SBR the next day.. same result and same advice. I must admit I was surprised, but it was 2 different paeds and a top hospital for children. The baby was fine. Cheers, MM
> Reading my Maggie Myles, she suggests that SBR levels above 250 on a full > term baby may require phototherapy and levels above 340 are approximate > indications for exchange transfusion in infants above 35 weeks gestation. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
