Risk of kernicterus is increased in all except ?: (A) Low level of serum albumin, (B) Prematurity, (C) Acidosis, (D) High levels of serum albumin
Answer is D. Ans. is 'd' i.e., High level of serum albumin o The toxic effects of elevated serum levels of unconjugated bilirubin are increased by following factors ? Hypoproteinemia (.1 albumin) --> Normally unconjugated bilirubin binds to albumin in circulation. If the level of albumin decreases, concentration of free unconjugated bilirubin will increase.