Bilirubin, Total Newborn

Test Code: TD_2040
CPT Code(s): 82247

$10

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Total Bilirubin, Newborn Total Bili

Test Includes

Bilirubin, Total Newborn

Methodology

Roche COBAS enzymatic colorimetric HK gen 3 ID/MS traceable

Rejection Criteria

N/A

Reference Range(s)

“NBBili

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum microtainer

Minimum Volume

100 microliters Serum

Sample Stability

3 days room temperature
1 week refrigerated
6 months frozen
Protect from light

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Protect from light. Refrigerate.

Alternative Specimen

2 mL serum from a plain red top tube. Allow sample to clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Protect from light. Refrigerate.