| Test Name: |
BILIRUBIN, TOTAL AND DIRECT WITH INDIRECT CALC. |
| Test Code: |
2122413 |
| Alias: |
LAB12310
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| CPT Code(s): |
82248
82247
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| Test Includes: |
Total Bilirubin
Direct Bilirubin
Indirect Bilirubin (calculated) |
| Preferred Specimen: |
1.0 mL serum |
| Container: |
SST (gold) |
| Minimum Volume: |
0.3 mL serum
This volume does not allow for repeat testing. |
| Collection Instructions: |
Allow specimen to completely clot (this can take up to 60 minutes). Centrifuge for 15 minutes. If the specimen is collected in a Li-Heparin tube, centrifuge for 15 minutes. |
| Transport Temperature: |
Refrigerated |
| Stability: |
3 days refrigerated
3 months frozen
Specimens should be processed/tested as soon as possible for optimum results.
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| Rejection Criteria: |
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| Limitations: |
Ascorbic acid at 30 mg/dL causes artificially low total bilirubin results.
Cyanokit (Hydroxocobalamin) may cause interference with results.
In very rare cases, gammopathy, in particular type IgM (Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia), may cause unreliable results. |
| Schedule: |
Set up: Daily; Results in 24-48 hours |
| Method: |
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| Clinical Significance: |
Bilirubin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematological, and metabolic disorders, including hepatitis and gall bladder blockage. |
| Use: |
Updated 3/1/22 |
| Reference Ranges: |
See individual tests |
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