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Total Bilirubin
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Total Bilirubin
Access Medical Labs · Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
Bilirubin, Total
This test measures the combined amount of both direct (conjugated) and indirect (unconjugated) bilirubin in the blood. This test is used to evaluate liver function and in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematologic, and metabolic disorders, including hepatitis and gallbladder obstructive disease.
What patients is this test right for?This test may be recommended for monitoring liver health in individuals showing symptoms of liver problems or suspected of having hemolytic anemia.
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional test information
Bilirubin, Total – This test measures the combined amount of both direct (conjugated) and indirect (unconjugated) bilirubin in the blood. This test is used to evaluate liver function and in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematologic, and metabolic disorders, including hepatitis and gallbladder obstructive disease.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Serum
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Serum. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
Bilirubin, Total
This test measures the combined amount of both direct (conjugated) and indirect (unconjugated) bilirubin in the blood. This test is used to evaluate liver function and in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematologic, and metabolic disorders, including hepatitis and gallbladder obstructive disease.
What patients is this test right for?This test may be recommended for monitoring liver health in individuals showing symptoms of liver problems or suspected of having hemolytic anemia.
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional details
Bilirubin, Total - This test measures the combined amount of both direct (conjugated) and indirect (unconjugated) bilirubin in the blood. This test is used to evaluate liver function and in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, hemolytic, hematologic, and metabolic disorders, including hepatitis and gallbladder obstructive disease.
Highlighted health areas
- Liver/Gallbladder
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Total Bilirubin