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There are many blood disorders that place a newborn at higher risk and require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
Blood Types in Pregnancy
Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn
Hemorrhagic Disease of the Newborn (Vitamin K Deficiency)
Hyperbilirubinemia and Jaundice
Blood Glucose - Hypoglycemia
Hypocalcemia
Polycythemia
Thrombocytopenia
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