Civil Hospital Karachi (CHK) has introduced a new, advanced device a Transcutaneous Bilirubinometer for quick jaundice detection in newborns.
This non-invasive instrument measures bilirubin levels through the baby’s skin within seconds and does not require drawing blood, offering an instant and painless alternative to traditional blood-based tests.
According to paediatric specialist Iqbal Memon, the device will reduce delays that previously took hours, allowing doctors to begin phototherapy more swiftly when jaundice is detected a step expected to improve outcomes and save costs for families.
The initiative aims to enhance immediate neonatal care at CHK and reduce risks associated with untreated jaundice in infants.