13 days
Spectrophotometry
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Measures bilirubin in ascitic or pleural fluid. Helps differentiate transudate from exudate.
Body fluid, protected from light
0.5 mL
Amber transfer tube
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
Protected from light
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 1 day |
| Refrigerated | 1 week |
| Frozen | 6 months |