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I think the Breastfeeding Answer Book says that the AAP says that
levels up to 25 do not need treatment (in a healthy, full term
infant). I don't have it handy -- can anyone confirm?
Maren
At 7:35 AM -0700 12/11/01, Phyllis Adamson wrote:
>I, for one, am anxious to see this article. The more references, the
>better. I believe existing Policy in my hosp is that 8 or greater is NOT
>normal & baby stays in hosp under Bili lights when mom goes home.
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> > Bilirubin levels in the range of 5-12 ARE healthy for the newborn.
> > Bilirubin in this range acts as an anti-oxidant for the baby, thus
> > assisting with the fight against disease in the newborn. Our Neo is
>looking
> > for the article that confirms this. Will share when found.
> > Susan Hannan RNC BSN IBCLC
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