Because a neonate's liver does not work effectively at first, almost half of all newborns develop a yellowish tinge to their bodies and eyes called

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Neonatal jaundice is caused by an excess of bilirubin in the blood, which is a waste product produced by the breakdown of red blood cells. A neonate's liver is not yet fully developed to effectively process bilirubin, leading to this condition. Meconium (A) is the early stool passed by a newborn, while amniotic fluid (B) is the fluid that surrounds the fetus in the womb. Pigmentation (D) refers to the coloration of skin, hair, and eyes and is not related to neonatal jaundice.

Because a Neonate's Liver Does Not Work Effectively at First