Development of a Non-Invasive Jaundice Meter Using Transcutaneous Bilirubinometry

G Hari Krishnan¹, T Sudhakar², Sheeba Santhosh³ and G Mohandass⁴

¹Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India.

²Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, India.

³Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Panimalar Engineering College, Chennai, India

⁴Department of Biomedical Engineering, Agni Institute of Technology, Chennai, India.

Corresponding Author E-mail: haris_eee@yahoo.com

Abstract: Proposed work focuses on the use of transcutaneous bilirubinometers as a non-invasive method for estimating total serum bilirubin (TSB) levels in jaundiced individuals. By measuring the yellowness of the skin and analyzing the optical signals reflected from subcutaneous tissues, these bilirubinometers provide a reliable technique for assessing bilirubin levels without the need for invasive procedures. The correlation between cutaneous bilirubin and TSB is explored in detail, highlighting the importance of this relationship in the management of jaundice. Experimental results demonstrate a high correlation between cutaneous bilirubin measurements and TSB levels, further supporting the efficacy of transcutaneous bilirubinometry. The report also discusses the advantages of this method over traditional spectro-photometric techniques, emphasizing its potential as a reliable alternative for estimating TSB levels in Jaundice Patients. Our proposed valuable insights into the use of transcutaneous bilirubinometers and their role in improving the management of jaundice.

Keywords: Jaundice; Non-Invasive; Spectro-Photometric Methods; Transcutaneous Bilirubinometers; Total Serum Bilirubin

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