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Neonatal Jaundice: Managing and Preventing Hyperbilirubinemia
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What is the primary cause of neonatal jaundice?
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Impaired bilirubin conjugation
💡 Explanation:
In neonates, the immature liver is unable to efficiently conjugate bilirubin, leading to its accumulation in the blood.