Test Code LAB52 Bilirubin, Direct
Specimen Requirement
0.5 mL Serum or Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.
Protect specimen from light.
Avoid samples with hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Stability
2 days at 20-25° C
7 days at 2-8° C
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
0-0.5 mg/dL
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Diazo Reaction
CPT Code
82248
Additional Testing Locations
This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:
- Crookston
- Devils Lake
Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.
Outpatient Turnaround Time
24 hours after receipt
Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time
45 minutes after receipt
Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours after receipt