[KL] Add On Phototherapy Jaundice Metre - Flabee

A Phototherapy Jaundice Meter (often called a bilirubin meter ) is a medical device used to measure the level of jaundice in newborn babies without needing to draw blood.

Here’s how it works and why it’s useful:

Purpose

-Jaundice in newborns is caused by high levels of bilirubin in the blood.

-Too much bilirubin can be harmful if not treated (it can affect the brain in severe cases).

-The device helps quickly check bilirubin levels so healthcare providers can decide if treatment — like phototherapy (special blue light treatment) — is needed.

How It Works

* The meter is placed gently on the baby’s skin (usually the forehead or chest).

* It uses light sensors to detect the skin’s yellow pigmentation caused by bilirubin.

* The result is shown instantly on a screen in units like μmol/L or mg/dL.

Advantages

* Non-invasive (no needles).

* Quick results.

* Can reduce the need for repeated blood tests.