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Vitamin K is often given to infants at birth to prevent a rare but serious condition called vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB). Newborns have low levels of vitamin K, which is essential for proper blood clotting. The injection is typically administered shortly after birth to ensure that the baby has adequate levels to prevent bleeding complications.

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