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Total Bilirubin

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Total Bilirubin Test

Description
A hemoglobin degradation product present in bile.
Testing moment
No fasting needed prior to blood sampling.
High values causes
Non conjugated (indirect) :
  • The destruction of the red cells
  • Hemolytic or pernicious anemia
  • Haemorrhage
Conjugated (direct) :
  • Bile ducts diseases
Notes

Measures the capacity of the liver to conjugate the bilirubin (conjugated or direct bilirubin) and to excrete bilirubin.

How to get tested

Contact us at 514 975-5226 for a blood test at home for the purpose of evaluating your total bilirubin.

Perscription & Insurance

All our tests require a medical prescription recommended by any practicing doctor in the province of Quebec.

These prescriptions are necessary in order to proceed with either test and we urge that all medical requests originating from offices or clinics be duly identified.

All medical analysis requested by your doctor are reimbursed by a majority of private insurance companies!