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Liver & Pancreasmg/L

Total Bilirubin

Bilirubin is a yellow pigment generated during the normal recycling of mature red blood cells by the liver and spleen.

Common laboratory aliases and abbreviations:Bilirubine totaleBilirubinémie totaleTotal bilirubinBilirubinBilirrubina totalBilirrubinemia

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mg/L
7.5mg/L
3
12
‹ LowRange: 3 – 12 mg/LHigh ›

Physiological Reference Ranges

The ranges below represent standard adult physiological values. Your laboratory's printed reference range always takes precedence.

Adults (general)

3 – 12 mg/L

Adult females

3 – 12 mg/L

Adult males

3 – 12 mg/L

Common alternative units:
µmol/L(×0.5847 mg/L)
mg/dL(×10 mg/L)

What does a low result mean?

A low level is completely normal and indicates prompt recycling and clearance of red cell components.

What does a high result mean?

A mild elevation is extremely common and harmless, frequently representing Gilbert's syndrome—a benign trait highlighted by fasting or stress.

Questions ready for your doctor

Bring these questions to your next consultation to discuss with your healthcare practitioner:

  • Could this represent a benign variation such as Gilbert's syndrome?
  • Would fractionating direct and indirect bilirubin clarify this?
  • Is any action needed if I feel entirely well?

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