Bile Salt & Pigments

Understanding Bile Salt & Pigments

Bile salts and bile pigments are substances produced by the liver that help in digestion, particularly in breaking down and absorbing fat in the body. Bile salts emulsify fats for absorption, while bile pigments, like bilirubin, come from breaking down red blood cells. Under normal conditions, these substances are processed by the liver and excreted through the intestines. However, if liver function becomes impaired or there is a blockage in bile ducts, these materials may enter the bloodstream, get filtered by the...

What does Bile Salt & Pigments measure?

The Bile Salt & Pigments is a urine test that measures the amount of bile salts and bile pigments, which are essential components of bile and help assess bile flow.It helps detect liver and gallbladder diseases, such as jaundice, liver disease, and bile duct obstruction, offering insights into liver and gallbladder health.