A parent of an baby visits her pediatrician because her baby is turning orange. Fortunately, the baby's lab tests indicate no abnormality. What could be causing the orange coloration?

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The orange coloration is likely due to carotenemia, which occurs when a baby consumes a diet high in carotene-rich foods like sweet potatoes and carrots. This condition is harmless and results in an orange tint to the skin.

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