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Catalog ID Bili Direct Bilirubin Direct

CPOE Test Name

D Bili; Bili Direct

Synonyms

DBIL, conjugated bilirubin

Specimen Type

Plasma

Acceptable specimen type:  JP drain

The reference interval(s) and other method performance specifications have not been established for these body fluids.  The test result must be integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.

Specimen Requirements

Plasma:  5 mL light green top tube (lithium heparin); light green cap microtainer acceptable; 2 mL blood

Reference Values

0 – 0.2 mg/dL

Causes for Rejection

Wrong container; hemolysis; insufficent quantity; improper labeling

Turn Around Time

Routine: 2 – 4 hrs.;

Urgent/Emergent: 1 hr.

CPT / HCPCS Code

82248

Performing Lab

Core Laboratory, AD3301, 721-2120

Critical Values

None established. Elevated levels in neonates may produce kernicterus.