Test Code DBIL Bilirubin Direct (Conjugated Bilirubin)
Additional Codes
LAB52
Special Handling
Protect from light
Collection Method
Venous collection
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Container
Lt Green / Plasma Separator / Lithium Heparin
Acceptable Specimens
Serum:
- Gold Top SST
- Red Top
Plasma:
- Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)
Reference or Target Ranges
Age | Male | Female |
< 1 month | 0.0 - 0.6 | 0.0 - 0.6 |
> 1 month | 0.0 - 0.3 | 0.0 - 0.3 |
Reportable Units
mg/dl
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold | 30 mg/dL |
Icterus Threshold | N/A |
Lipemia Threshold | 100 mg/dL |
Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type, not protected from light |
Specimen Stability
Ambient | 2 days |
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 7 days |
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 6 months |
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
Expected Turn Around Time | Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
Stat Availability | Yes |
Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Codes
82248
Last review/edit date
Feb 2024