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9. Newborn Babies and Unconjugated Bilirubin

Very high levels of bilirubin can be severe for newborn babies, as the unconjugated form may damage developing brain cells, leading to neurological problems. About 60 percent of infants have jaundice because their bodies are not yet capable of removing enough bilirubin. It is not unusual to see high levels of unconjugated bilirubin in newborn babies.

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