Additional Information:
UFHPL Epic order code: LAB52
CPT Code(s):
82248
Collection Procedure:
Serum gel tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Requirements:
Type: Peripheral Blood
Container/Tube:
- Serum, gel
- Plasma, gel
Sample Volume: 0.5mL serum
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Specimens should be protected from light if exposure to direct sunlight may occur.
- Refrigerated: 3 days
- Frozen: 3 months
Unacceptable Conditions:
- Moderate or gross hemolysis
Methodology:
This direct bilirubin reagent utilizes a variation of the classic method developed by Van den Bergh and Mueller.
Reported:
Within 24 hours
Reference Values:
0.0-0.2 MG/DL