Yellow eyes or skin, dark urine, or a newborn baby with jaundice are the usual reasons a doctor asks for a serum bilirubin test. The price depends a lot on whether you need total bilirubin only or direct and indirect bilirubin as well. Based on the lists we checked, the serum bilirubin test price in Bangladesh is about 300 to 350 BDT for total bilirubin at most centers, with some listings as low as 60 BDT at NILMRC and as high as 1,100 BDT at Epic Health Care in Chattogram. This guide shows the prices we found, explains the different bilirubin tests, and helps you avoid paying more than you need to.
Serum Bilirubin Test Price in Bangladesh
| Hospital / Diagnostic Center | Listed Price (BDT) | Discount | Total Price (BDT) | Source |
| NILMRC (listed as direct and indirect bilirubin) | 60 | Not stated | 60 | MedTestBD, Oct 2026 |
| Ibn Sina Diagnostic Center, Dhanmondi (total bilirubin) | 300 | Not stated | 300 | MedTestBD, Oct 2026 |
| Ibn Sina Diagnostic & Consultation Center, Chattogram (total) | 300 | Not stated | 300 | MedTestBD, 2026 |
| LabAid Diagnostics (total bilirubin) | 300 | Not stated | 300 | MedTestBD, Sep 2026 |
| Doctors Lab (total bilirubin) | 300 | Not stated | 300 | Center own price list |
| ICDDR,B Lab Services (total bilirubin) | 320 | Not stated | 320 | Center own test list |
| BIRDEM General Hospital (total bilirubin) | 340 | Not stated | 340 | MedTestBD, 2026 |
| Chevron Clinical Laboratory, Chattogram (total) | 350 | Not stated | 350 | MedTestBD, 2026 |
| Epic Health Care Ltd., Chattogram (listed as direct and indirect) | 1,100 | Not stated | 1,100 | MedTestBD, Oct 2026 |
Last checked: 3 November 2026. These prices come from the sources shown in the table, because most centers do not publish a full rate list online. Rates differ by branch and change often, so confirm the exact price with the center before you visit.
Cheapest and Most Expensive Serum Bilirubin Test
The lowest listed price is 60 BDT at NILMRC, but that listing is for direct and indirect bilirubin, so confirm what it includes. For total bilirubin, Ibn Sina, LabAid and Doctors Lab list 300 BDT, ICDDR,B lists 320 BDT (on its own website), BIRDEM lists 340 BDT, and Chevron Clinical Laboratory in Chattogram lists 350 BDT. The highest listed price we found is 1,100 BDT at Epic Health Care in Chattogram, which may include more than one bilirubin value. Ask what is included before you compare.
Total, Direct and Indirect Bilirubin: Why the Price Changes
Some labs charge per part. Doctors Lab, for example, lists total bilirubin, direct bilirubin and indirect bilirubin at 300 BDT each, total plus direct at 600 BDT, and a full bilirubin profile at 800 BDT. So the same visit can cost 300 BDT or 800 BDT depending on what is ordered. Indirect bilirubin is usually worked out from the total and the direct value, so check whether you need to pay for it separately.
Prices We Could Not Confirm
Most prices come from third-party lists, so please call to confirm before you go. Only ICDDR,B (320 BDT) and Doctors Lab (300 BDT) come from the centers own websites. Only a few centers appear in the lists for this test, and we could not find a reliable bilirubin price for Popular or the government medical college hospitals. An older hospital charge list (around 2024) shows 200 BDT for serum bilirubin (source). Other websites give single figures without naming centers, so we have not used them.
What Is a Serum Bilirubin Test?
Bilirubin is a yellow pigment made when old red blood cells break down. The liver processes it and removes it from the body through bile. A serum bilirubin test measures how much bilirubin is in your blood. ICDDR,B, for example, runs the test on heparin plasma or serum (source). There are three values:
- Total bilirubin: all the bilirubin in your blood
- Direct (conjugated) bilirubin: bilirubin already processed by the liver
- Indirect (unconjugated) bilirubin: bilirubin not yet processed, usually calculated as total minus direct
Why Do Doctors Order a Serum Bilirubin Test?
- Yellow eyes or skin (jaundice), dark urine or pale stool
- Suspected hepatitis, fatty liver, cirrhosis or alcohol-related liver disease
- Suspected blockage of the bile duct, for example by gallstones
- Suspected fast breakdown of red blood cells (hemolysis), for example with anemia
- Newborn babies with jaundice, where bilirubin is checked to guide treatment
- Following a known liver condition, or part of a liver function panel
It is also one of the tests inside an LFT (liver function test). ICDDR,B, for instance, lists LFT at 1,000 BDT including bilirubin, ALP, SGOT and SGPT, so if your doctor asked for several liver tests, ask whether a combined LFT price is cheaper than booking each test separately. It is often ordered together with a CBC test, an Anti HCV test or a general blood test.
Understanding Your Bilirubin Result
Reference ranges differ between labs and for newborns, so always use the range printed on your own report. In adults, total bilirubin is commonly considered normal when it is up to about 1.2 mg/dL, and direct bilirubin up to about 0.3 mg/dL. Jaundice usually becomes visible when total bilirubin rises to roughly 2 to 3 mg/dL or more.
- High direct bilirubin often points to a liver problem or a blocked bile duct.
- High indirect bilirubin often points to increased red blood cell breakdown, or to a harmless condition such as Gilbert syndrome.
The cause cannot be known from bilirubin alone. Your doctor will read it with your symptoms, other liver tests and sometimes an ultrasound. Do not start or stop any medicine on your own.
How to Prepare for a Serum Bilirubin Test
- Ask about fasting. Some labs ask for 8 to 12 hours of fasting, while others do not require it. Confirm with the center, especially if other tests are bundled.
- Tell the technician and your doctor about all medicines, herbal products and supplements, because some can affect bilirubin and liver tests.
- Avoid alcohol before the test, as your doctor advises.
- Bring your prescription and previous reports.
- For babies, follow the hospital instructions, because sampling is different for newborns.
Factors That Affect the Serum Bilirubin Price
- Total only, or total and direct, or a full profile: Some labs charge for each part.
- Type of center: Government institutes usually charge less than private centers.
- Part of an LFT: A liver function panel may cost less than separate tests.
- Home collection and urgent reports: These can add a fee.
- Discounts: Some centers, such as Ibn Sina, list a flat discount on some tests.
- City and branch: Prices differ by branch even within one chain.
Tips to Save Money on a Serum Bilirubin Test
- Ask exactly which bilirubin values you need (total, direct, indirect) before comparing prices.
- Ask about a combined LFT price if your doctor ordered other liver tests too.
- Compare two or three centers. The gap can be several times.
- Consider NILMRC if you can accept queues and shorter opening hours.
- Keep your reports so your doctor can follow the trend and you avoid repeats.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the serum bilirubin test price in Bangladesh? In the lists we checked, total bilirubin is about 300 to 350 BDT at most centers. Listings range from 60 BDT at NILMRC (direct and indirect) to 1,100 BDT at Epic Health Care.
- Which place has the cheapest bilirubin test? NILMRC had the lowest listed price at 60 BDT for direct and indirect bilirubin. For total bilirubin, several centers list 300 BDT.
- What is the difference between total and direct bilirubin? Total bilirubin is all the bilirubin in the blood. Direct bilirubin is the part already processed by the liver.
- Do I need to fast before a bilirubin test? It depends on the lab. Some do not require fasting and some ask for 8 to 12 hours, so confirm when you book.
- Is bilirubin part of an LFT? Yes. An LFT includes bilirubin along with liver enzymes such as SGOT and SGPT.
- How long does it take to get the report? It depends on the center. Ask when you book.
Final Thoughts
The serum bilirubin test price in Bangladesh is about 300 to 350 BDT for total bilirubin at most centers, but it can be much lower or higher depending on what is included. Before you pay, ask which bilirubin values are included, whether an LFT would be cheaper, and what the center reports.
The price list above is built from the sources linked in the table. If you find a different current price, please tell us through the contact page and we will review it.
Disclaimer: The prices listed in this article are for information only and may vary by location, ongoing offers and hospital policy. This article is not medical advice. Please talk to a qualified doctor about your test and result.
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