This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
[{'content': 'Harlequins Skin change in the newborn is seen in - \nSelect and explain. \nA. Autonomic dysfunction, B. Icthyosis, C. Septicemia, D. Polycythemia', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': "Answer: A \nExplanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Autonomic dysfunction Harlequin color change o This rare but dramatic vascular event occurs in immediate newborn period and is most common in low bih weight infants. o If reflects an imbalance in the autonomic vascular regulatory mechanism. o When the infant is placed on the side, the body is bisected longitudinally into pale upper half and a deep red dependent half. Note - The fetus in ichthyosis (option b) appears grostesque and the appearance is called harlequin fetus.", 'role': 'assistant'}]