Bilirubin (Conjugated)

Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

CBIL

Referral code

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Test information

Mainly used for paediatric patients to assess liver maturity, and exclude abnormalities of bilirubin metabolism. In adults to assist in diagnosis of Gilberts disease.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Protect from direct light

Reference range

< 3.4 μmol/L

Source: Beckman Coulter

Tube type

Tube type info

Adults: 5ml Serum SST (gold top)

Paediatrics: 0.5ml lithium/heparin (orange top)

Special requirements

Minimum volume

Adults: 0.5ml

Paediatrics: 0.3 ml

Assay frequency

Run daily at local laboratory

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

24 hrs

TAT GP/Outpatient

24 hrs

Referral lab

Local, Clinical Biochemistry