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HelpTest Code DBIL Bilirubin, Direct
Additional Codes
| EPIC | LAB4025 |
Clinical Significance
Direct bilirubin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematological, and metabolic disorders, including hepatitis and gall bladder block.
Source: Beckman Coulter Unicel, DBIL IFU. REF #439715, #476856 12/22/15
Methodology
Timed endpoint diazo method (Beckman Coulter UniCel DxC 660i)
Sample Type
| Preferred Sample Type | |
|---|---|
| Light green top - Plasma | |
| Acceptable Sample Type | |
|---|---|
| Dark green top - Plasma | |
| Yellow top - Serum | |
| Red top - Serum | |
Centrifuge: Yes
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Ambient (18-25°C) | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated (2-8°C) (store) | 48 hours |
| Frozen (-15 to -20°C) | 1 month |
Separate plasma or serum from cells within 2 hours.
Reference Ranges
| Normal Range |
|---|
| 0.0 - 0.2 mg/dL |
| Critical Value |
|---|
| >10.0 mg/dL |
| Technical Range |
|---|
| 0.1 - 10.0 mg/dL |
Rejection Criteria
| Hemolysis | 2+ or greater reject |
|---|---|
| Icterus | N/A |
| Lipemia | 4+ or greater ultracentrifuge |
Availability
| Performed | STAT |
|---|---|
| 24/7 | Yes |
Performing Laboratory
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital Laboratory
Lab Department
Chemistry
CPT Code
82248
LOINC
1968-7 Bilirubin.direct [Mass/Vol]