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HelpTest Code BILTN Bilirubin, Neonatal Total
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB51
Epic Description: BILIRUBIN, TOTAL, NEONATAL
Synonym
Total Bilirubin, Neonatal
Collection Limitations
This test code should be used for infants less than 43 days old.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred Micropuncture | Green Micro, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel | 1 X 0.6 mL | 1 X 0.6 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 1 X 0.6 mL | 1 X 0.6 mL |
| Neonate Micropuncture | Green Micro, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel | 1 x 0.6 mL | 1 x 0.4 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Do not expose specimen to direct light. Centrifuge specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. If holding overnight, aliquot plasma or serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma or serum
Optimum 0.35 mL
Minimum 0.1 mL
Performing Lab
Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
1 day
CSR Storage Requirements
Do not expose specimen to direct light. Centrifuge specimen. For non-gel tubes, aliquot plasma or serum into plastic vial. Deliver to laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot plasma or serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate.
CPT Code Information
82247