What is physiologic jaundice in a newborn caused by?
a. Reabsorption of bilirubin in the small intestine
b. Impaired hepatic uptake and excretion of bilirubin
c. Increased bilirubin production
d. Mild conjugated (indirect-reacting) hyperbilirubinemia
Ans: d. Mild conjugated (indirect-reacting) hyperbilirubinemia
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