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Test ID:
BILET
Bile Acids – Total, Serum – Temporarily Unavailable
Test Overview
Method
Enzymatic
Result Included
Bile Acids - Total
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumContainers
Collection Containers
Gold Top (clot activator and gel)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Specimen Comment
Plasma is not acceptable
Patient Preparation
Fasting specimen preferred.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect after an overnight (12 hour) fast.
Handling Information
Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 24 hours | 7 days | 30 days |
Stable for 3 freeze/thaw cycles
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Plasma |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Bile Acids - Totalµmol/L< 6.7µg/mL x 2.45
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BILET | Bile Acid, Total | 2715 | umol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2025-09-03