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HelpTest Code DBIL Bilirubin, Direct, Serum or Plasma
Methodology
Diazo Reaction
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium heparin (light green-top)
Acceptable: Serum Gel
Draw blood, spin down and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.2 mL) of plasma or serum. Protect specimen from light.
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Plasma,lithium heparin / Serum |
RT, spun |
48 hrs |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reference Values
| Age | mg/dL |
| 0-5 days | <0.6 |
| > 5 days | <0.3 |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
Reject |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Icterus |
Mild: |
NA |
Gross: |
NA |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
82248
Performing Laboratory
Hunstville Hospital Laboratory/Madison Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| Bilirubin, Direct | 1968-7 |