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Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is a common genetic enzyme defect that can lead to severe neonatal hyperbilirubinemia, which poses risks such as kernicterus and death. The document discusses the mechanisms of hyperbilirubinemia in G6PD-deficient infants, emphasizing the role of bilirubin conjugation and the risks faced by different population groups. It highlights the need for prevention and treatment strategies to manage this condition effectively.

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shoba201911

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