About Ambulatory Surgery Center Tampa. Ambulatory Surgery Center Tampa is a state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center where surgeons perform a broad range of outpatient procedures. Specialties include Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Otorhinolaryngology (ENT), Pain Management, Plastic Surgery, Podiatry and Urology.
Bilirubin is an orange-yellow pigment, a waste product primarily produced by the normal breakdown of heme. Heme is a component of hemoglobin, which is found in red blood cells (RBCs). Bilirubin is ultimately processed by the liver to allow its elimination from the body.Any condition that accelerates the breakdown of RBCs or affects the processing and elimination of bilirubin may cause an elevated blood level. Unconjugated bilirubin âwhen heme is released from hemoglobin, it is converted to unconjugated bilirubin. 2  It is carried by proteins to the liver. 3  Small amounts may be present in the blood. 4  Conjugated bilirubin âformed in the liver when sugars are attached (conjugated) to bilirubin.
Bilirubin - urine. Bilirubin is a yellowish pigment found in bile, a fluid produced by the liver. This article is about a lab test to measure the amount of bilirubin in the urine. Large amounts of bilirubin in the body can lead to jaundice. Bilirubin may also be measured with a blood test. This test can be done on any urine sample. For an infant, thoroughly wash the area where urine exits the body. 1  Open a urine collection bag (a plastic bag with an adhesive paper on one end).  For males, place the entire penis in the bag and attach the adhesive to the skin.