BILIRUBIN,TOTAL (TBIL)

Message
If testing is delayed, wrap in foil to protect from light.


Test Code
LAB50


Alias/See Also
TBIL


CPT Codes
82247

Preferred Specimen
1 mL plasma


Transport Container
Preferred: Light green top;
Acceptable: Plain green top, Gold top, Plain red top


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reference Range
newborn & cord blood: <4.0 mg/dL;
1 day: <10.0 mg/dL;
2 day - 6 day: <12.0 mg/dL;
6 day - 1 mo.: not established;
1 mo. - adult: 0.0-1.2 mg/dL




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.