What is another word for hyperbilirubinemia?
Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪpəbˌɪləɹˌuːba͡ɪnˈiːmi͡ə] (IPA) 
Hyperbilirubinemia is a medical condition that occurs when the level of bilirubin in the blood is abnormally high. This condition can lead to jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and eyes, and is commonly seen in newborns. Synonyms for hyperbilirubinemia include high bilirubin levels, bilirubinemia, elevated serum bilirubin, and jaundice. Other related terms include kernicterus, which refers to a rare and potentially serious type of brain damage that can occur in newborns with severe hyperbilirubinemia, and phototherapy, a treatment that involves exposing the skin to specific wavelengths of light to break down bilirubin and help eliminate it from the body.
