Useful For
Measurement of the levels of bilirubin, an organic compound formed during the normal and abnormal destruction of red blood cells, is used in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematological, and metabolic disorders, including hepatitis and gall bladder blockage.
Method Name
Colorimetric diazo method
Aliases
Bilirubin, Total; T. Bili, Bilirubin, Total
Specimen Type
Plasma or serum
Specimen Required
Lithium heparin plasma separator tube is preferred but serum separator tube (SST) is also acceptable. If using an SST, please allow 20 minutes after collection for specimen to clot before centrifugation. All specimens must be centrifuged within four hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL of blood
Specimen Stability Information
If protected from light, specimen is stable for 24 hours refrigerated.
Performing Laboratory
Glens Falls Hospital Chemistry and Special Chemistry Department
Reference Values
Adult: 0.0-1.2 mg/dL Pediatric: See interpretive data
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
As ordered. Turn around time four hours.
Specimen Retention Time
72 hours