Bilirubin Total Test

Bilirubin Total Test

Category
Liver
Sample
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
In 2 days
Fasting
No Fasting
Age
5+ Years

What Is This Test?

Measures the total amount of bilirubin, a yellow pigment from the breakdown of red blood cells.

Why this test is performed?

Detects and monitors jaundice due to liver disease, bile duct blockage or excess red cell breakdown, including in newborns.

Who should take this test?

Jaundice, nausea, abdominal pain or swelling, alcohol use, fatty liver, hepatitis risk, or people on long-term medicines.

Test Preparation

No fasting needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Yellowing of the eyes usually becomes visible when total bilirubin exceeds about 2–3 mg/dL in adults.

No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.

Usually within 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.

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