How do you differentiate physiologic jaundice from pathologic jaundice in newborns?

How do you differentiate physiologic jaundice from pathologic jaundice in newborns?

• A. Physiologic jaundice appears after 24 hours and peaks around days 3-5; pathologic jaundice presents earlier, lasts longer, or with marked hyperbilirubinemia or hemolysis.
• B. Pathologic jaundice appears after 24 hours and peaks around day 3-5.
• C. Physiologic jaundice lasts longer and is associated with hemolysis.
• D. Pathologic jaundice resolves within 72 hours.

Answer: (A)