Total Bilirubin (1032)

Total Bilirubin measures total and indirect forms of bilirubin. Bilirubin is a protein and natural by-product of red blood cell breakdown. Any increase in the formation or retention of bilirubin by the body may result in jaundice.

• Used to screen for or monitor liver disorders or hemolytic anemias.
• Elevated levels could indicate hepatitis, cirrhosis, neoplasm, alcoholism, hemolytic disease, biliary obstruction or anorexia.
• Low levels are generally not a concern and are not monitored.

Methodology - Colorimetric diazo method