Indirect Bili
The unconjugated bilirubin — calculated from total minus direct.
What is it
Indirect (unconjugated) bilirubin is the form before liver processing. It is calculated by subtracting direct from total bilirubin.
Why it's measured
Elevated indirect bilirubin has been associated with red blood cell breakdown and Gilbert's syndrome in research literature.
Reference range
Standard laboratory reference
0.1 – 0.9 mg/dL
Reference ranges vary by laboratory. Your individual reference range will appear on your test report and should be interpreted by your physician in the context of your overall health profile.
What results may indicate
Elevated
Has been associated with hemolysis and Gilbert's syndrome in research literature.
Lower
Is generally considered favorable.
These associations are general. They are not a personal diagnosis or prediction. Discuss your individual results with your physician in the context of your full health profile.
When it's measured
Calculated from total and direct bilirubin.
Related markers
Measured in
A complete look at your heart, hormones, metabolism, inflammation, and longevity systems — drawn at Quest or LabCorp, reviewed by a U.S.-licensed physician.
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