Test Code BILIRUBIN DIRECT BILIRUBIN DIRECT
Department
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Plasma or Serum
Method
Couples with DPD to form Azobilirubin
Container
Lithium heparin (green-top) or No additive with gel (gold top )
Special Requirements
Protect specimen from light
Standard Volume
4.5ml
Minimum Volume
1ml
Pediatric Volume
0.8ml
Ship Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability Refrigerated
3 days
Stability Room Temp
8 hours
Stability Frozen
3 months
CPT Code
82248
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Group Components
DIRECT BILIRUBIN