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BILIRUBIN (CONJUGATED), (BU/BC), serum (087-0566) Synonym: Bc CPT 4 Code: BU/BC - 82248 Order Test Mnemonic: BU/BC Lab: Clinical Chemistry Request Form: Routine Chemistry Form 1 Collection: Routine venipuncture Storage Instructions: Centrifuge the specimen to separate serum from cells within 2 hours of collection. Protect the sample from light. Refrigerate serum at 2-8°C. Causes for Rejection: Hemolysis, improperly labeled specimen, specimen QNS, specimen not separated from cells Availability: Samples are received 24 hours per day at Sample Management, Room 5.136 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Routine: 4 hours; STAT: 1 hour. Special Instructions: Protect from light. May use aluminum foil or amber colored tube to protect from light during transit. Specimen: Blood Volume: 7 mL blood Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL serum Container: SST (gel barrier), red-topped, or microtainer tube. Reference Ranges: Newborn - Adult: 0.0-0.3 mg/dL Revised April 2007 by P. Harris |
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