Test Code SQ DBIL, EPIC LAB52 Bilirubin, Direct, Plasma
Methodology
Jendrassik-Grof
Performing Laboratory
Meriter Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
Neonates
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel) microtube
Specimen Volume: 0.25 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Avoid hemolysis.
2. Protect specimen from light.
Adults
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Avoid hemolysis.
2. Protect specimen from light.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
<1 week: 0.0-0.9 mg/dL
≥1 week: 0.0-0.3 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82248