A bilirubin test measures the levels of bilirubin in your blood. Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment that is made during the normal breakdown of red blood cells. Bilirubin passes through the liver and is eventually excreted out of the body.
Test information: Fasting not necessary, but preferred
Reporting: Within 6 hours*
Bilirubin is a yellowish waste product of red cell breakdown in the blood. High levels in the blood indicate the inability of the liver to excrete bilirubin leading to jaundice.
Test information: Fasting not necessary, but preferred
Reporting: Within 6 hours*