Additional Information:
UFHPL Epic order code: LAB50
CPT Code(s):
82247
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: 0.5 mL
Stability (collection to time of analysis/testing): Samples should be protected from light if exposure to direct sunlight may occur.
- Refrigerated: 3 days
- Frozen: 3 months
Specimen Retention Time: 5 days
Methodology:
This Total Bilirubin Reagent is a variation of the classical diazo method.
Reported:
Within 24 hours
Reference Values:
0.0-1.0 MG/DL