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Bilirubin, Direct
MessageOrder alone or as part of a liver function panel
Performed in the Chemistry laboratory x5820
10.2018
Performed in the Chemistry laboratory x5820
10.2018
Test Code
DBIL
CPT Codes
82251
Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Instructions
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection
Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Bilirubin is photosensitive, protect samples from light.
2 - 8 oC: 7 days
2 - 8 oC: 7 days
Methodology
Diazo Reaction
Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Reference Range
0 - 0.5 mg/dL (0 - 1 month old)
0 - 0.3 mg/dL (> 1 month old)
0 - 0.3 mg/dL (> 1 month old)
Clinical Significance
This test is used in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematological, and metabolic disorders.
