Fluid for Bile Pigment

Specimen Required

FLUID (All Body Fluid)

Fasting Required

Purpose of the Test

Fluid for bile pigment testing is done to check the levels of bilirubin, a waste product formed during the breakdown of red blood cells, in a fluid sample. It helps in the diagnosis of liver or bile duct disorders, such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, or gallstones.

When this test is required

This test may be requested when you have symptoms of liver or bile duct disease, such as jaundice, dark urine, light-colored stools, abdominal pain, or nausea.

What the Test Detects

The test measures the levels of bilirubin, a waste product formed during the breakdown of red blood cells, in a fluid sample.

Preparation for the Test

No special test preparation is required for this test.

Sample Requirements

The sample required for this test is a fluid sample, which may be obtained by aspirating bile fluid through a needle or by collecting it during a surgical procedure.

Additional Notes

Abnormal test results should be interpreted by a healthcare provider in the context of other clinical and laboratory findings, and further testing or evaluation may be necessary to confirm a diagnosis.

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