Clarilab

Liver

Bilirubin (direct) test

Also called conjugated bilirubin

Bilirubin the liver has already processed.

Typical range
Up to 0.3–0.4 mg/dL.
Usual recheck
About 1 month when out of range

Why it's done

Helps find where a jaundice problem is.

What a high result can mean

Points to liver disease or blocked bile ducts.

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Liver function test (LFT)ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, bilirubin, total protein and albumin. ALT (SGPT)A liver enzyme released when liver cells are irritated or damaged. AST (SGOT)An enzyme found in the liver, heart and muscles. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)An enzyme from the liver, bile ducts and bones. GGTA liver enzyme sensitive to alcohol and bile duct problems. Bilirubin (total)A yellow pigment from the normal breakdown of red cells, cleared by the liver.