TOTAL BILIRUBIN

Test Code
TBIL


CPT Codes
82247

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma collected in a PST (LiHeparin tube)


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Plasma- Lithium Heparin (PST)

Plasma-EDTA (Lavendar)

Serum- SST

Red Top

or Tiger Top Sterile container for Body Fluids


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 1 day at 15-25°C
Refrigerated: Plasma 7 days at 2-8°C
Frozen: 6 months at -20°C



Last Updated: November 28, 2023


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.