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Test Code LAB50 Bilirubin, Total

Intended Use

Used for quantitative detection total bilirubin in human serum or plasma

Methodology

Photometric, Diazonium salt

Performing Laboratory

RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH

Specimen Requirements

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt green/mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume:   1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.55 mL)

Collection Instructions: Avoid hemolysis. Protect from light. Forward promptly.

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated: 3 days

Frozen: -20C > 3 months

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

82247