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Preterm infant; Preemie
A premature infant has organs that are not fully developed. The infant needs special care in a nursery until the organ systems have developed enough to sustain life without medical support. This may take weeks to months.
A premature infant will have a low birth weight. Common symptoms in a premature infant include:
This list may not be all inclusive.
The infant may have a low body temperature and show signs of breathing problems.
Common tests performed on a premature infant include: