Test Code BILIF BILIRUBIN, TOTAL, BODY FLUID

Important Note

If requesting this test to be performed on joint/synovial fluid – it must be ordered as an RMISC (referrals miscellaneous test).

Additional Codes

Software	Test Code
SoftID	BILIF
EPIC	LAB182

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

May aid in the distinction between a transudative and an exudative body fluid, when used in conjunction with other testing including serum bilirubin analysis, body fluid; serum protein ratio, body fluids; serum lactate dehydrogenase ratio, and serum lactate dehydrogenase

Method Name

Spectrophotometry (SP)

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 Day

Specimen Type

Body Fluid – Pleural and peritoneal only. Synovial fluid not permitted for testing.

Preferred Container

Red Top Tube

Preferred Volume

Body Fluid: 1 mL (Red Top Tube)

Minimum Volume

Body Fluid: 0.3 mL (Red Top Tube)

Specimen Collection and Handling

1. Send specimen refrigerated and protected from light.

2. Note specimen type/source on the collection tube.

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Body Fluid

Frozen: 6 Months

Refrigerated: 7 Days

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
82247	Bilirubin, Total, Quantitative

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