Neonatal jaundice: summary of NICE guidance.

Care for all babies • Check if babies have the following risk factors for developing significant hyperbilirubinaemia: -Visible jaundice in the first 24 hours of life -A gestational age of <38 weeks -A previous sibling who had neonatal jaundice needing phototherapy, and/or -A mother who intends to breast feed exclusively. • Ensure babies with risk factors for significant hyperbilirubinaemia receive an additional visual inspection by a healthcare professional during the first 48 hours of life. • Examine all babies for jaundice at every opportunity, especially in the first 72 hours. • When inspecting for jaundice: -Check the naked baby in bright and preferably natural light -Examine the sclerae, gums, and blanched skin, in babies of all skin tones.