Total Bilirubin Blood Test

Also Known As

TBIL, Total Serum Bilirubin, TSB

What Is the Purpose of the Total Bilirubin Test?

Have you noticed a yellowish tint to your skin or eyes? That can be a sign of jaundice, which in turn can be a side effect of some types of medications or several medical conditions, including:

• Hepatitis
• Gallbladder issues (cancer, gallstones, inflamed gallbladder)
• Liver disease
• Gilbert’s syndrome
• Cirrhosis
• Bile duct blockage

But what causes jaundice? It’s a result of high levels of bilirubin, a substance in bile that your body needs to break down food. Bilirubin has an unmistakable yellow color (because it’s created by worn-out red blood cells), which turns your skin and eyes that jaundiced color. A bilirubin total blood test can assess your liver, gallbladder, and bile duct function to detect or help diagnose any problems. The TBIL blood test can be taken on its own, or it may be ordered along with other tests, such as:

• AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase) Blood Test
• GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase) Blood Test
• ALP (Alkaline Phosphatase) Blood Test
• ALB (Albumin) Blood Test

What Does the Total Bilirubin Test Measure?

This test will tell you how much bilirubin is in your system.

Who Should Take a TBIL Lab Test?

You may need a test if you have jaundice, along with other symptoms associated with liver issues, such as fever, abdominal pain, and dark urine. Your doctor may also recommend total bilirubin lab testing to monitor a medical condition related to your bile duct or gallbladder as well as your liver.

Total Bilirubin Blood Test Preparation

Typically, this test doesn’t require special preparations, but you can double-check the instructions with your physician or testing facility. Our tips on how to prepare for a blood test are also helpful to read before your lab appointment.

TBIL Blood Test Results

Your total bilirubin should fall between 0.1 to 1.2 mg/dL. A level of 2.0 mg/dL may lead to jaundice. If your results are outside the normal levels, your doctor may want to conduct more liver function tests or review your diet or medications to see if they are contributing to jaundice or other symptoms.

Where Can I Get a Bilirubin Total Blood Test Near Me?

Personalabs offers more than 400 health tests so you can get the information you need to make the best healthcare decisions. We help you feel empowered and in control of your health and well-being. Here’s how easy it is to get a total bilirubin test:

Step 1: Buy the test and download the lab order, which you’ll need for your blood draw appointment. (You won’t require a doctor’s approval before purchasing the test, depending on what state you live in.)

Step 2: Use our lab locator tool to select a facility close to you from our 4,000-plus partner labs across the country. We’re affiliated with Quest Diagnostics and Labcorp, two leading lab companies.

Step 3: Complete your blood work TBIL testing. (Don’t forget to bring the lab order with you to the appointment.)

Step 4: Get results, usually within 2 to 10 business days, in your confidential Personalabs account. (Contact us if you need results by a specific date, and we will work with your lab to meet your timeline.) We also provide the opportunity to follow up with a board-certified physician when you schedule a telehealth appointment.

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