What does high Bilirubin total and Bilirubin direct mean in blood test?

High Bilirubin total and Bilirubin direct can be caused by numerous problems.

High levels of Bilirubin total and Bilirubin direct in the blood indicate a variety of health problems. If your blood Bilirubin total level is between 0.2 mg/dL to 1 mg/dL and the Bilirubin direct level is between 0 mg/dL to 0.2 mg/dL, then your body does not have any underlying health problems. But if Bilirubin total and Bilirubin direct levels exceed these levels, you should see a doctor immediately.

Normal Bilirubin total range : 0.2 - 1 mg/dL

Age-wise ideal Bilirubin total level in blood:

Age	Ideal Bilirubin total value
<5 years	0.21
5-10 years	0.22
10-15 years	0.231
15-20 years	0.242
20-25 years	0.254
25-30 years	0.266
30-35 years	0.279
35-40 years	0.293
40-45 years	0.307
45-50 years	0.322
50-55 years	0.338
55-60 years	0.355
60-70 years	0.372
70-80 years	0.39
80-90 years	0.409
90-100 years	0.429
>100 years	0.45

*Ideal values ​​are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Bilirubin levels include:

• Gallstones present in the bile ducts
• Hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C
• Scarring of the bile ducts
• Lack of oxygen (hypoxia)
• Liver disease

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Normal Bilirubin direct range : 0 - 0.2 mg/dL

Age-wise ideal Bilirubin direct level in blood:

Age	Ideal Bilirubin direct value
<5 years	0.11539
5-10 years	0.12104
10-15 years	0.12697
15-20 years	0.13319
20-25 years	0.13972
25-30 years	0.14657
30-35 years	0.15375
35-40 years	0.16128
40-45 years	0.16918
45-50 years	0.17747
50-55 years	0.18617
55-60 years	0.19529
60-70 years	0.19482
70-80 years	0.19436
80-90 years	0.19389
90-100 years	0.19342
>100 years	0.19296

High Bilirubin total and Bilirubin direct levels in the blood can cause a number of health problems. Your GP may recommend follow-up tests to get an important picture of your overall health and well-being. If the results are greater than 1 mg/dL for Bilirubin total and more than 0.2 mg/dL for Bilirubin direct, you may also need some follow-up tests that will help detect the underlying disease early.

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How is a blood test performed in the lab?

Depending on the symptoms you are experiencing, your doctor may order a Bilirubin total and Bilirubin direct test. In most hospitals Bilirubin total and Bilirubin direct results can be obtained within three to six hours after blood is taken. The blood is usually drawn from a vein on the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. Drink plenty of water before your appointment. If you experience any symptoms that you are concerned about are out of the ordinary, call your doctor immediately.