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Serum Bilirubin Test -Bilirubin Total, Direct, and Indirect Serum Levels
Overview
Bilirubine is a yellow pigment found in red blood cells. It is broken down and transported by the liver to be disposed of. The process is divided into two parts. The first part is when the red blood cells bind to a protein in the blood called albumin, which is called unconjugated. The second part is when the liver converts the converted bilirubin to a form that is excreted, which is called conjugated. The blood test for bilirubin (BILIRUBIN) measures the amount of direct and indirect bile in the blood. There are three types of bile tests: total bile test, conjugated bile test, and indirect bile test.
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The BILIRUBIN TEST is a medical test used to measure the amount of bile present in the blood. There are three types of bile tests: total bile, direct bile, and indirect bile. The total bile test measures the total amount of bile in the blood. The direct and indirect bile tests measure specific types of bile. The direct bile test measures bile that is bound to a protein, such as conjugated bile, while the indirect bile test measures unbound bile, such as unconjugated bile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Bilirubin Total, Direct, and Indirect Serum Levels test is done to assess liver function and diagnose conditions related to the liver, gallbladder, or red blood cells. Total bilirubin measures overall levels, while direct and indirect bilirubin assess specific types, aiding in diagnosing liver and bile duct disorders.
The Bilirubin Total, Direct, and Indirect Serum Levels test measures the levels of bilirubin in the blood. Total bilirubin measures the overall amount, while direct and indirect bilirubin assess specific types. These measurements help diagnose liver, gallbladder, or red blood cell-related disorders.
During the Bilirubin Total, Direct, and Indirect Serum Levels test, a healthcare professional will draw a blood sample, typically from a vein in your arm. You may feel a slight prick when the needle is inserted. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
If the Bilirubin Total, Direct, and Indirect Serum Levels results are present, it means measurable levels of bilirubin were detected, which could indicate liver, gallbladder, or red blood cell-related issues.
If the results are absent, it may suggest normal levels of bilirubin, but further evaluation might be needed to confirm the absence of any underlying conditions.
Total bilirubin includes both direct and indirect bilirubin. Direct bilirubin is the portion that is conjugated (combined with glucuronic acid) in the liver and is water-soluble. Indirect bilirubin is unconjugated and is not water-soluble. Elevated levels of direct bilirubin suggest liver or bile duct issues, while elevated indirect bilirubin may indicate problems with red blood cell breakdown or liver function.
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