Bilirubin, Direct
Abbreviation
DBIL
Transport Temp
2-8 C (ice packs)
Stability
store at 2-8C for up to 7 days, store at -20C up to 3 months, protect from bright light
Minimum Vol
0.5 mL
Alternative Specimens
Plasma (lithium heparin, sodium heparin, EDTA)
Reference Ranges
0.0-0.5 mg/dL
Collection Instructions
Routine venipuncture
Transport Container
Draw tube or plastic pour off tube
Methodology
Diazo Reaction
Clinical Significance
Elevated in conditions causing hepatic obstruction, hepatitis, cirrhosis, several inherited enzyme deficiencies, and inerited defects in canalicular excretion
Anything else included in test?
N/A
Preferred Specimen
Serum