Synonyms
TB, Indirect
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB50
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
1 Hour
Stat TAT
1 Hour
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL Blood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
Serum collected in a (red-top) or serum separator tube (SST) is also acceptable. Protect from light if collected offsite.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 6 Months
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Plasma or Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.25 mL Plasma or Serum
Comments
** FOR ADD-ON REQUESTS, CHECK WITH CLS FOR SPECIMEN STABILITY**If Bilirubin Fractionated is requested have the MD order both Bilirubin Direct and Bilirubin Total.
CPT Codes
82247
Revised
6/12/26
Initials
SA