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Bile Acids, Fractionated and Total, with Ursodeoxycholic Acid

Labcorp

Broadest draw-site network nationwide.

Sample type: Serum
Avg. sample processing time: 10 Business days
Require fasting: Yes

BiomarkersLabcorp biomarkers

Chenodeoxycholic Acid One of the primary bile acids made by your liver to help digest fat. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels assessing liver and digestive function.
Cholic Acid One of the primary bile acids made by your liver to help digest fat. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels assessing liver and digestive function.
Deoxycholic Acid A secondary bile acid formed by gut bacteria breaking down primary bile acids. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels.
Bile Acids, Total Measures the total bile acids in your blood, which the liver uses to help digest fat. Elevated levels can indicate liver dysfunction or impaired bile flow.
Ursodeoxycholic Acid A minor bile acid, also used in medication form to treat certain liver conditions. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels.

$441.49

Bile Acids, Fractionated and Total, with Ursodeoxycholic Acid

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

This test is coming soon at Quest Diagnostics.

Description

This test measures the levels of primary, secondary, and tertiary bile acids in the blood. Bile acid measurement is crucial for detecting pregnancy-related cholestasis, ensuring proper absorption of cholesterol & fat-soluble vitamins, and maintaining a healthy gut microbiome.

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

Chenodeoxycholic Acid One of the primary bile acids made by your liver to help digest fat. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels assessing liver and digestive function.
Cholic Acid One of the primary bile acids made by your liver to help digest fat. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels assessing liver and digestive function.
Deoxycholic Acid A secondary bile acid formed by gut bacteria breaking down primary bile acids. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels.
Bile Acids, Total Measures the total bile acids in your blood, which the liver uses to help digest fat. Elevated levels can indicate liver dysfunction or impaired bile flow.
Ursodeoxycholic Acid A minor bile acid, also used in medication form to treat certain liver conditions. Measured as part of detailed bile acid panels.

Preparation

Labcorp

Fasting for 12 hours before your blood draw is required.
Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.

Quest Diagnostics

This test is coming soon at Quest Diagnostics.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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