Non-Invasive Neonatal Golden Hue Detector

Pavithra S.*, Boomika V.**, Rabin R.***, Mariya David Prakash P.****, Surya Narayanan M.*****
*-***** Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Periodicity:July - September'2024

Abstract

Jaundice is a common neonatal condition that causes yellowing of the eyes and skin due to elevated pigment levels. Although several underlying disorders may contribute, the condition typically results from the immature liver function in newborns., Approximately 60% of babies experienced jaundice, leading to yellowing of the skin and eyes over the last five years. Due to improved screening and management procedures, the number of severe jaundice cases requiring treatment has decreased by about 20%. This condition generally resolves as the baby's liver matures and becomes more efficient at metabolizing the pigment. The "Golden Hue Detector," a non-invasive device specifically designed to detect neonatal jaundice, was developed and validated in this study. Early and accurate diagnosis of jaundice is crucial to prevent complications such as kernicterus. Traditional detection methods rely on blood tests, which can be stressful for infants and resource-intensive for healthcare providers. These methods typically require multiple blood draws, increasing the risk of infection and causing significant discomfort for newborns.

Keywords

TCS3200 Sensor, Node MCU, RGB Value, Non-invasive Jaundice Detection, Neonatal Screening, Bilirubin Monitoring, Kernicterus Prevention, Neonatal Liver Function.

How to Cite this Article?

Pavithra, S., Boomika, V., Rabin, R., Prakash, P. M. D., and Narayanan, M. S. (2024). Non-Invasive Neonatal Golden Hue Detector. i-manager’s Journal on Image Processing, 11(3), 32-38.

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