Definition: Bilirubinometers

Explanation: Bilirubinometers are screening tools for SBR sampling with the purpose of measuring bilirubin levels in order to identify infants who require treatment for hyperbilirubinaemia. Hyperbilirubinaemia is a common disorder found in infants usually due to an immaturity of the liver, and resulting in abnormally high amounts of bile pigment in the blood. Visual symptoms include a yellowing of the skin. Bilirubinometers are great tools for identifying this disorder before it transcends to advanced stages.