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What is a high level of bilirubin for neonate?
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5mg/dL: Abnormally high bilirubin (hyperbilirubinemia) is defined as bili level of >5mg/dl. However medical treatment is usually started at 15mg/dl. The first line treatment is phototherapy.
Answered 8/12/2015
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