What is the definition of hypoglycemia in infants?
High-Yield Explanation
Neonatal hypoglycemiaAccording to serum level hypoglycemia is defined as serum glucose level<35 mg/dl between 1-3 hours of life<40 mg/dl between 3-24 hours of life and<45 mg/dl thereafterAfter a neonatal period (especially after 2 months) hypoglycemia is defined as serum glucose <54 mg/dl.(Refer: Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics, SAE, 1st edition, pg no. 897 - 898)