Neonatal jaundice index of 15~20mg/dL is more serious, considering pathological jaundice.
The normal jaundice index for newborns is usually less than 12.9mg/dL for term infants, and no more than 15mg/dL for preterm infants. 15~20mg/dL jaundice index for newborns indicates that the bilirubin is relatively high, which belongs to pathological jaundice, and is often more serious, and it may be due to hemolytic disease of newborns, biliary obstruction, newborn hepatitis, and so on, which needs timely treatment.
Neonatal jaundice index of 15~20mg/dL, need to consult the doctor in time to further identify the cause, and cooperate with the doctor to take treatment, to avoid aggravation of the condition, causing adverse consequences.