AAP 2022 Bilirubin

Name: AAP 2022 Bilirubin
Creator: Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD
Keywords: AAP, 2022, bilirubin, hyperbilirubinemia, jaundice, newborn, neonatal, phototherapy, exchange transfusion, neurotoxicity, risk factors, guidelines

AAP 2022 hyperbilirubinemia management guideline with phototherapy, escalation, and exchange transfusion thresholds

Clinically Verified· 10 tests

For educational and informational purposes only. Verify all results before clinical application.

Gestational Age *

Age (hours) *

hours

TSB Level *

mg/dL

Neurotoxicity Risk *

Neurotoxicity risk factors: isoimmune hemolytic disease, G6PD deficiency, asphyxia, significant lethargy, temperature instability, sepsis, albumin <3.0 g/dL, or gestational age 35-37 weeks.

References

Kemper AR, Newman TB, Slaughter JL, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline Revision: Management of Hyperbilirubinemia in the Newborn Infant 35 or More Weeks of Gestation. Pediatrics. 2022;150(3):e2022058859.[DOI]

Reviewed by Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD · Last updated March 2026

Medical disclaimer

This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment. Always independently verify results before making clinical decisions.

Professional Resources — Tools used by pediatricians for bilirubin management

NRP Textbook, 8th EditionOfficial Neonatal Resuscitation Program textbook~$70via Amazon Bilirubin Reference CardsAAP phototherapy and exchange transfusion threshold reference cards~$10via Amazon