Bile Acids - Total
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Bile Acids – Total, Serum
Test ID: BILET
Test
Method
Enzymatic
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
11-Jan-2024
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Collection Containers
Gold Top (clot activator and gel)
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 | 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Additional Stability Information
Stable for 3 freeze/thaw cycles
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Plasma |
|---|
Test Version
11-Jan-2024
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Enzymatic
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bile Acids - Total | µmol/L |
|
µg/mL x 2.45 | |
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
11-Jan-2024
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BILET | 2715Bile Acid, Total | umol/L |
Test Version
11-Jan-2024