Question

Which of the following is not the reason for very high load of bilirubin in a new born?

• A. Excessive red blood corpuscles in the new born burst, releasing bilirubin.
• B. Insoluble bilirubin in the intestine is reabsorbed by the blood.
• C. Liver of the new born is too young to cope with the heavy load of bilirubin.
• D. Mother's milk contains a high amount of bilirubin.

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Mother's milk contains a high amount of bilirubin.

End of pregnancy leads to the initiation of the lactation period. This helps the mother in feeding the newborn. The milk produced during the initial few days of lactation is called colostrum which contains several antibodies and high content of bilirubin which protects the newborn baby.

So, the correct option is 'Mother's milk contains a high amount of bilirubin'.