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Jaundice is a medical condition characterized by elevated bilirubin levels in the blood, leading to yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes. Early detection is crucial, particularly for newborns, to prevent severe health complications. However, conventional diagnostic methods rely on invasive blood sampling, which can cause discomfort, require trained personnel, and are not suitable for frequent monitoring. Additionally, existing non-invasive devices are often expensive and limited to clinical settings.

This project presents the development of a wearable non-invasive jaundice monitoring device using optical skin reflectance technology. The system utilizes blue and green light-emitting diodes (LEDs) in combination with a photodiode sensor to measure variations in skin reflectance associated with bilirubin concentration. The collected data is processed to estimate bilirubin levels in real time.

The proposed device is designed to be portable, cost-effective, and user-friendly, enabling convenient and rapid screening outside hospital environments. By eliminating the need for blood sampling and providing immediate results, this innovation has the potential to improve early detection and continuous monitoring of jaundice, particularly in resource-limited settings.