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HelpTest Code 113 Bilirubin, Direct
Additional Codes
ALAB: DBILI
PowerChart: Bilirubin Direct
MA Cerner: Bilirubin Direct.
Test Method
MercyOne: Direct: Timed Endpoint, Diazo; Beckman DxC700AU
MA: Direct: Colorimetric Diazo Method; Roche Cobas 6000
Specimen Requirement
0.5 mL plasma or serum is required.
Additional Specimen Collection Information
Collect blood in a lithium heparin, green-top or red-top tube. PST and SST (gel tubes) are acceptable. Serum or plasma should be separated from contact with the cells within 2 hours of collection. Specimens not centrifuged within 4 hours of collection may be rejected. Refrigerate the specimen if unable to assay within 8 hours of collection. Hemolyzed specimens are not acceptable. Samples with >2+ lipemia must be cleared prior to analysis. Protect from light.
Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.
Routine orders: Typically completed within 4 hours after the specimen arrives at the testing site.
Expedite orders: Typically completed within 1 hour after the specimen arrives at the testing site.
STAT orders: Typically completed within 30 minutes after the specimen arrives at the testing site.
Reference Values
≥ 5 Days of Age: Direct: 0.0-0.2 mg/dL
CPT Code Information
82248 Chemistry: Bilirubin; direct
Useful For
Evaluation of jaundice and liver functions.
LOINC Code Information
1968-7 Bilirubin.Direct [Mass/volume] In Serum Or Plasma