Bilirubin Total
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Bilirubin Total, Serum/Plasma
Test ID: BILT
Orderable by Ontario ND
Test
Method
Spectrophotometric (Kinetic rate)
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum; Plasma (Heparin)
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
3-Sep-2024
Specimen
Specimens
Serum; Plasma (Heparin)
Sample Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Comment
Gel-separator tubes are acceptable.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Amber microtainer preferred for newborn samples
Handling Information
Protect specimen from light during collection, transport and storage.
Separate within 2 hours of collection.
Stability
| Ambient | 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 6 months |
Additional Stability Information
Bilirubin is photosensitive and specimens should be protected from light. Use of amber transfer vials is encouraged.
Rejection Criteria
| Hemolysis | Gross |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Not protected from light |
Test Version
3-Sep-2024
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Spectrophotometric (Kinetic rate)
Turnaround Time
2 Days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilirubin Total | µmol/L |
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Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
3-Sep-2024
Interface / Setup
Test Version
3-Sep-2024