Which of the following is the most suggestive of hemolysis as a cause for neonatal hyperbilirubinemia?
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The question asks us to identify which of the provided options is most indicative of hemolysis as the cause of neonatal hyperbilirubinemia. We need to understand the relationship between hemolysis, bilirubin levels (conjugated vs. unconjugated), reticulocyte count, and the direct Coombs test in newborns.
Answer
A rapid rate of bilirubin increase and blood group incompatibilities (ABO, Rh) are suggestive signs of hemolysis as a cause for neonatal hyperbilirubinemia.
Suggestive signs of hemolysis as a cause for neonatal hyperbilirubinemia include a rapid rate of bilirubin increase and blood group incompatibilities (ABO, Rh).
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Suggestive signs of hemolysis as a cause for neonatal hyperbilirubinemia include a rapid rate of bilirubin increase and blood group incompatibilities (ABO, Rh).
More Information
Hemolysis is the breaking down of red blood cells. This releases bilirubin, which can cause jaundice in newborns.
Tips
The rate of increase of bilirubin is very important, as well as any blood group incompatibilities. If you do not consider both, you may be lead to the wrong conclusion.
Sources
- Which of the following is the most suggestive of hemolysis as a ... - quizgecko.com
- Neonatal Jaundice - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice) continued - utmb.edu
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