Test Code BILD BILIRUBIN, DIRECT, SERUM

Important Note

The method and reference range for this test has changed as of 11:00 on Tuesday, 25 March 2025. Trending results from before to those after this time should be done with caution.

For additional information, please see here.

Additional Codes

Software	Test Code
Label Text	BILD
EPIC	LAB52

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

The diagnosis of liver disease, detection of hemolytic anemia, and to evaluate degrees of jaundice

Method Name

Photometric

Reference Values

After 11:00 on 25 March 2025

0.0 - 0.4 mg/dL

Before 11:00 on 25 March 2025

0.0 - 0.3 mg/dL

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 Day

Available Stat

Specimen Type

Submit one of the following:

~ Plasma

~ Serum

Preferred Container

Plasma Separator Tube (PST)

Serum Separator Tube (SST)

Preferred Volume

Plasma: 1 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))

Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))

Minimum Volume

Plasma: 0.3 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))

Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))

Specimen Collection and Handling

1. Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.

2. Avoid prolonged exposure to light (if not tested within 48 hours).

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Serum

Refrigerated: 7 Days

Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours

Note: Protect specimen from light

Add On Capable

Yes

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code	CPT Description	CPT Disclaimer
82248	Bilirubin, Direct, Quantitative

Keywords

BILIRUBIN

DIRECT BILIRUBIN

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