Total bile acids

Material: Blood
Test price: PLN 22.00
Waiting time for the result: the result will be available no later than the next business day
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Preparation for the examination

General

The material for testing is blood.
Approximately 30 minutes before the examination, it is recommended to drink 1 glass of water only.
The patient must fast for at least 12 hours after consuming the last meal, unless the doctor recommends otherwise (e.g. performing the test after a meal)
Before the test you may only drink water.
You should not drink coffee, flavored water, drinks such as cola light/cola “zero”, energy drinks, or juices.
You should not eat meals, snacks, fruits, vegetables, breath fresheners, chew gum, or smoke cigarettes.

Detailed for babies

For children up to 3 years of age, it is recommended to collect blood half to one hour after feeding.

Detailed for children

For children up to 3 years of age, it is recommended to collect blood half to one hour after feeding.

Description

Bile acids are the main degradation product of endogenous cholesterol produced in the liver. Bile acid concentration is a valuable indicator of liver function. It is a parameter that belongs to the so-called liver profile.

Elevated bile acid levels are observed in patients with viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. Bile acid testing is useful in diagnosing and monitoring hepatic cholestasis. This test is particularly important in cases of cholestasis in pregnant women, as maternal cholestasis poses a threat to the normal development and even survival of the fetus.

The risk of premature birth in women with blood bile acid concentrations > 40 µmol/L is estimated at 19-60%. Patient preparation is as for other liver function tests.