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0043 : Bilirubin, Total, Serum

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:
Bilirubin, Total
Methodology:
Colorimetry
Clinical Utility:
Used to diagnose and/or monitor liver diseases, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis, or gallstones.

ORDERING:

Test Code:
0043-0
Turnaround Time:
1 DAY
Preferred Specimen:
2 mL SST Tube
Collection:
Container Qty Temp Stability
SST Tube 1 Refrigerate 7 DAYS
Collection Instructions:
SST: Fill tube, invert gently 5 times, label with patient name, let stand for minimum of 30 minutes, maximum of 1 hr, spin for 10-15 minutes
Specimen Comment:
Protect from light if possible.
Alternative Specimen:
Microtainer - Pediatric SST, Amber Serum, Aliquot Serum 7, Aliquot Tube-Serum, Aliquot Serum- Red Top

Billing:

CPT Codes:
82247 x 1

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