Bilirubin Total
Test Code
BILIT
Description
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL serum
Unacceptable Conditions
Direct exposure to sunlight
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
8 hours at RT (15-25°C)
2 days at 2-8°C
3 months frozen at ≥ -20°C
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Endpoint Diazo
Turnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STAT
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
BILIT
Reference Interval
| Total Bilirubin, Serum |
Human |
|
|
Male |
Female |
|
|
mg/dL |
||
| Newborn - 6 Days | 0.0-11.7 | 0.0-11.7 |
|
7 Days - 29 Days |
0.0-2.0 |
0.0-2.0 |
|
1+ Month |
0.2-1.0 |
0.2-1.0 |
CPT Code
82247