Test Overview
Method
Colorimetry - enzymatic
Result Included
Bile Acids – Total
Specimen
Specimen Type
Serum/Plasma
Containers
Preferred Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Acceptable Containers
Red top (no additive); Green top (lithium or sodium heparin); Lavender top (K2-EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Separate from cells within 2 hours of collection and store frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | 7 days | 365 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
2 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Bile Acids - Totalµmol/L< 10.5
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BILETSTM SP | Bile Acids, Total | 64779 | umol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2026-05-21