Total bilirubin

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Bilirubin, a yellow pigment from red cell breakdown. Why it is done: Part of LFT; to investigate jaundice. DigiNepal SI द्वारा उद्धृत स्रोतों से तैयार · सामान्य जानकारी, निदान नहीं · स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें

स्रोत: SI (analytes, refranges, critical); LOINC; MedlinePlus Lab Tests (reference)

Why it is done

Part of LFT; to investigate jaundice.

Preparation

No fasting usually. Typical adult range: adults: 0.1 to 1.2 mg/dL (source: Mayo). Ranges vary by lab, age and sex; use the range on your report. High values may mean: Jaundice from liver disease, bile blockage or red cell breakdown. Low values may mean: Not a concern. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

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सामान्य प्रश्न

Total bilirubin क्यों किया जाता है?
Part of LFT; to investigate jaundice.

Total bilirubin के लिए तैयारी/उपवास चाहिए?
No fasting usually. Typical adult range: adults: 0.1 to 1.2 mg/dL (source: Mayo). Ranges vary by lab, age and sex; use the range on your report. High values may mean: Jaundice from liver disease, bile blockage or red cell breakdown. Low values may mean: Not a concern. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.