Normal Range of Bilirubin
Disease description:
Recently, I underwent a routine physical examination, which included a test for bilirubin. Could you please tell me the normal reference range for bilirubin?
Bilirubin is a key indicator of liver function. Its normal reference range may indeed vary across different hospitals due to differences in laboratory equipment and reagents used. Consequently, it is not feasible to establish a single, universally applicable standard value for all hospitals. You need not be concerned, as each hospital determines and provides accurate, institution-specific reference ranges based on its actual equipment and reagents. When undergoing bilirubin testing, simply refer to the reference values printed on your laboratory report—these will allow you to determine whether your test results fall within the normal range. This approach ensures the accuracy and reliability of test results, thereby enabling more precise health assessments and clinical recommendations.