Jaundice index of 13mg/dL in half month newborns is within the normal range for preterm babies, but it is higher and more serious in full term babies.
Physiological jaundice is characterized by a jaundice index of less than 12.9mg/dL in term infants and less than 15mg/dL in preterm infants, so a neonate’s half-monthly jaundice index of 13mg/dL is within the normal range in preterm infants, and may not be subject to special intervention.
However, if the jaundice index of full-term babies is high and more serious, it is considered to be caused by pathological jaundice, and then it is necessary to consult a doctor in time.
If newborns have pathologic jaundice, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time and follow the doctor’s instructions to avoid adverse consequences.