Test Preparation : No special preparation required

Sample : SERUM / PLASMA NaF

Methodlogy : Spectrophotometry-Enzymatic cycling assay

Description :

WHAT IS IT?

In the course of digestion, bile acids aid in food absorption. These, which are created in the liver and released in the gut, help to digest the fat in the meal that has been consumed. Bile acids are primarily reabsorbed. After eating, this maintains a slightly higher level of serum bile acid in a healthy person, but when the level rises abnormally, such as in Wilson disease, portal-vein thrombosis, Budd-Chiari syndrome, or cholestasis in pregnant women, the patient is suspected of having a malfunctioning liver. Your doctor will suggest a serum bile acid test to diagnose any liver disorders you may have.

WHY?

The dependable indicator of hepatobiliary illness, such as fatal cancer, cirrhosis, Icterus, etc., is the serum total bile acid (TBA) level. The examination assesses the significant fetal risks associated with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP). The liver's malfunction owing to damage is identified by a serum bile acid test. The test is mandated in order to monitor the effectiveness of hepatitis C therapy. A inherited chronic disorder called Gilbert disease prevents the liver from metabolizing bilirubin. When diagnosed via a serum bile acid test, the illness is less harmful. The exam mostly aids in analysis. irregular absorptions of serum bile acids.

PRECAUTIONS

The total serum bile acid test, which does not require further preparation, was prescribed by the doctor after the physical examination. Up to 12 hours before the test, regular eating and drinking are permitted. The test sample is taken when the subject is fasting. Tell your doctor about your medical history and whether or not any of your drugs are compatible. Any allergies should be given to the doctor and lab technician as well, since this may help them make judgments. The doctor will provide you any tricky instructions based on your health. Blood can be clinically examined for bile acids total using hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase or radioimmunoassay methods.