Test Code BILP Bilirubin Profile
Specimen Required
Lithium Heparin Plasma Separator Tube (GREEN) or
Serum Separator Tube SST (YELLOW)
Specimen Handling and Stability
Handle and store specimens in stoppered containers to avoid contamination and evaporation.
Centrifuge specimens to remove the plasma/serum from the cellular material within 4 hours of collection.
Specimen Stability
* Room Temperature: 4 hours
* Refrigerated: 7 days
* Frozen: 6 months
CPT Code
82247, 82248
Included Assays
* Total Bilirubin
* Direct Bilirubin
* Indirect Bilirubin
* Hemolysis Index
* Icteric Index
* Turbidity Index