Test Code DBIL Bilirubin, Direct
Methodology
Photometric
Specimen Requirements
Please use preferred tube types whenever possible.
Preferred Container/Tube Type: Green Top (Lithium Heparin) Tube
Newborns/Babies: Serum gel MICROTAINER® tube.
Alternate Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Protect from light and transport refrigerated.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
| Age | Reference Value |
|---|---|
| 0-1 month | 0-0.5 mg/dL |
| >1 month | 0.0-0.3 mg/dL |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82248
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory
Specialty Surgical Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Tube Color
| Tube Cap Color | Tube Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Preferred | Mint Green | Mint Green Lithium Heparin |
| Alternate | Gold | Serum Separator Tubes (SST) |