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Seminars in Neonatology

Volume 7, Issue 2, April 2002, Pages 129-133
Seminars in Neonatology

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Non-invasive bilirubinometry in neonatal jaundice

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Abstract

This chapter will focus on techniques that have been developed to measure transcutaneous bilirubin (TcB). The first electronic TcB device proved to be useful when used as a screening method for identifying newborns who needed a serum bilirubin determination. Newer TcB devices can be used not only as screening tools but also as reliable substitutes for serum bilirubin measurements. The Chromatics Colormate III™ is still based on the colour of the skin, estimating serum bilirubin from skin-reflectance (skin colour) whereas the BiliCheck™ measures transcutaneous bilirubin by utilizing the entire spectrum of visible light (380 to 760 nm) reflected by the skin.

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    Correspondence to: Giovanna Bertini, M.D., Firmino F. Rubaltelli, M.D., Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Careggi University Hospital, Viale Morgagni, 85, 50134 Firenze, Italy. Fax: 011-39-055-41 29 00; E-mail: [email protected]

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