Test Catalog

Test

Code

C600

Name

BILIRUBIN TOTAL FLUID

Notes

Description

Also known as: BILF, C600
Orderable Code: C600
Test Contains (LOINC): Total Bilirubin Fluid (1974-5), Body Fluid Source (47938-6)
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Sample Type: Fluid
Preferred Container: Transport Tube
Sample Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimal Sample Volume: 0.5 mL
Handling Instructions
Record type of fluid on requisition and Transport Tube.
Client Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability: Limit exposure to light. Ambient: 1 day; Refrigerated: 1 week
TESTING
Frequency: Daily
Expected Turn Around: 1 Day
Responsible Dept: Chemistry
CPT: 82247
Methodology: Colorimetric