Correlation between transcutaneous bilirubin levels and total serum bilirubin levels in postnatal period in a tertiary care center

Background: Neonatal jaundice is generally a benign condition seen during the postnatal period. The non-invasive methods including transcutaneous bilirubinometry have been developed for assessment of neonatal jaundice, bilirubin TcB) meters noninvasively estimate levels by measuring light transmission through skin neonates this value then to be plotted against chart in order look hyperbilirubinemia. Aim was determine efficacy as screening tool clinically significant Methods: Study cross sectional study conducted under pediatric department SMBT IMS and RC at tertiary care center after taking approval from ethical committee. Total 110 that appear suffering were considered consent respective parent/ guardian. TCB serum done. If lie phototherapy range, baby shifted NICU treatment given, once came within normal range treatment, again measured compare pre-and post-treatment levels. Results: Present showed male preponderance. 64 46 female. Majority 61% full term delivery 39% LSCS. Mean level 8.5±2.8. Statistical significance sever Conclusions: concluded hyperbilirubinemia commonly among males. Newborn delivered had between severity disease. Thus, can used test detecting neonates. As noninvasive cost effective it widely predictor