Total bilrubin Blood Test

 Bilrubin Blood Test ( Joundic Test  )

              A bilirubin blood test measure the level of bilrubin in your blood. Bilrubin is a yellowish substance made during your liver makes that helps you digest food.

             Higher than usual levels of bilirubin may indicate different types of liver or bile duct problems. Sometimes, higher bilirubin levels may be caused by an increased rate of destruction of red blood cells.

Other name: Total Serum Bilrubin or TBS.

Serum bilrubin test charges in laboratory is 200/ rupees Only.

What is it used for?

A bilirubin blood test is used to check the health of your liver. The test is also commonly used to help diagnose newborn jaundice. Many healthy babies get jaundice because their livers aren't developed enough to get rid of enough bilirubin. Newborn jaundice is usually not harmful and clears up within a few weeks. But in some cases, high bilirubin levels can lead to brain damage, so infants are often tested as a precaution.

Why do I need a bilirubin blood test?

Your provider may order a bilirubin blood test:

·       If you have symptoms such as jaundice, dark urine, or stomach pain. These could be symptoms of hepatitis, cirrhosis, or other liver diseases. They may also be signs of gallbladder disease.

·       To find out if there is a blockage in the bile ducts, the tubes that carry bile from your liver.

·       To check on an existing liver disease or disorder.

·       To diagnose disorders related to problems with breaking down red blood cells. High bilirubin levels in the bloodstream may be a sign of a condition called hemolytic anemia. In this condition, the body destroys red blood cells faster than it makes them.

There any risks to the test?

There is very little risk to having a blood test. You may experience slight pain or bruising at the spot where the needle was put in, but most symptoms go away quickly.

What do the results mean?

Normal results can vary, but high bilirubin levels may mean your liver isn’t working right. However, abnormal results don’t always mean you have a medical condition that needs treatment. Other things may cause higher than normal bilirubin levels, such as certain medicines and foods or strenuous exercise. To learn what your results mean, talk with your provider.

RESULT.

Bilirubin test results are expressed as direct, indirect or total bilirubin. Total bilirubin is a combination of direct and indirect bilirubin. Typically, you’ll get results for direct and total bilirubin.

Normal values for a total bilirubin test are 1.2 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) for adults

And usually 1 mg/dL for those under 18.

Typical results for direct bilirubin are generally 0.3 mg/dL.

These results may vary slightly from laboratory to laboratory. Results may be slightly different for women and children. Results also may be affected by certain foods, medicines or demanding exercise. For this reason, be sure to tell your health care provider about your activity levels, as well as any foods or medicines you’ve taken.

Lower than usual bilirubin levels are usually not a concern. Higher levels of direct bilirubin in your blood may indicate your liver isn’t clearing bilirubin properly. This may indicate liver damage or disease. Higher levels of indirect bilirubin may be a sign of other problems.

•         Liver function tests, a group of tests that measure different substances in your blood.
•        Liver protein tests
•         Urine tests
•         An ultrasound

·       A liver biopsy to get a sample of your liver tissue to examine under a microscope

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