Bilirubin Total, Direct and Indirect - Book Test at Low Cost

What is a bilirubin blood test ?

Bilirubin is a yellow colour compound which is produced during the breakdown of the red blood cells. It comes in two forms i.e Indirect Bilirubin and Direct Bilirubin. It passes through the liver and then passes out of the body. The elevated levels of bilirubin may indicate the problem of liver and bile duct.

Bilirubin Total, Direct and Indirect Test measures the level of total and direct bilirubin. The indirect level of bilirubin is the difference between total bilirubin and direct bilirubin.

Bilirubin blood test helps in diagnosing the liver diseases, this test also helps in the diagnosis of the jaundice and tells about its severity too

• Total bilirubin : it is a total amount of bilirubin present in the blood
• Direct bilirubin :direct bilirubin is also known as conjugated bilirubin. This bilirubin is processed by the liver to make it a water soluble so that the it can be easily excreted out of the body
• Indirect bilirubin : indirect bilirubin is also known as unconjugated bilirubin , it is a type of bilirubin which is produced during the breakdown of the RBC’s. Indirect bilirubin is the difference between total and direct bilirubin.

Symptoms that may call for bilirubin test 

• Pain and swelling the abdomen
• Fever and chills
• Jaundice
• Dark coloured urine
• Fever 
• Pale skin
• Yellowing of the eyes 
• Pale stool

What is the purpose of the bilirubin blood test ?

• Diagnose liver diseases such as jaundice and hepatitis
• Helps in Detecting hemolytic anemia 
• Evaluate the liver, bile duct, and gallbladder blockage.
• Monitoring the treatment effectiveness and guides whether there is a need for a change in the patient's therapy.

Preparation required for the bilirubin blood test? 

• No preparation such as fasting is needed for this test.
• Tell your doctor about your medical condition and if you are taking any medication.
• Take adequate rest before the test
• Avoid consumption of alcohol and smoking before the test

Procedure for the bilirubin blood test ?

• Lab technician will tie the rubber band around your arm to find the vein
• After this needle attached with the syringe is inserted into the vein
• With the help of the syringe the blood sample is collected in a vial
• Punctured site is covered with the cotton ball to avoid the bleeding
• After this the collected blood sample is sent to the lab for further analysis.

After care

Leave your dressing strip on for at least 15 mins after the blood sample collection

Bilirubin normal range 

Bilirubin normal range is less than 1 mg/ dL

• Direct bilirubin: Less than 0.3 mg/dL
• Indirect bilirubin: 0.2 to 0.8 mg/dL
• Total bilirubin: 0.1 to 1.2 mg/dL

How to manage high bilirubin levels

• Drink plenty of fluids and avoid dehydration as liquids helps in removing the waste material out of the body
• Eat well balanced diet which includes a liver healthy foods
• Eat foods rich in fibre as it promotes your liver health
• High bilirubin level means liver injury therefore avoid the consumption of the alcohol as it can cause more damage to the liver

Bilirubin test price in delhi 

Serum Bilirubin blood test price in Delhi may vary based on the location and the reputation of the diagnostic centre.The average serum bilirubin blood test price in Delhi is around Rs 300-1000. You can book your bilirubin test in Delhi with Ganesh diagnostic center and get a discount upto 50% off.

Why choose ganesh diagnostic centre for your bilirubin test at home 

We provide free home sample collection services without any hidden charges, we are equipped with the latest technology and have highly trained professionals.we provide 100% accurate results and our excellence is backed with the NABL certification. We are the top diagnostic centre in the Delhi NCR. we are open 7 days a week and provide services 24*7. We are one stop solution for all your diagnostic needs. So book your bilirubin test at home in delhi with ganesh diagnostic center and get a discount upto 50% off.

Result

The Lower level of bilirubin total direct and indirect means there is no health issue related to the liver, bile duct, or gallbladder. Direct Bilirubin Elevated level may be due to liver-related disease or damage Increased levels of indirect bilirubin may be due to problems in other organs. Book your Bilirubin Total Direct and indirect Test with Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre to know about the health of your liver.