Why is the total bile acid high when the liver function is normal?

Total bile acid mainly appears in liver function tests, which has a great relationship with whether liver function is normal or not. If the patient's liver function test is normal but the total bile acid level is high, attention should be paid. A slightly elevated level does not necessarily mean there is a problem with the liver, but it still needs to be treated promptly.

1. This situation does not rule out the possibility of certain liver damage or intestinal inflammation. Generally speaking, in a situation like this, if you don't usually have abdominal distension or abdominal pain, you can do an ultrasound. If there is no abnormality, no special treatment is needed. The main thing is to pay attention to controlling your diet, eat more vegetables and fruits, improve constipation, and exercise appropriately after meals.

2. Liver function is normal and no treatment is needed. A slight increase in total bile acid mainly indicates a problem with bile excretion. Eating too much greasy food or being angry may cause an increase in total bile acid. Bile acid is also an indicator of liver function. In some patients with chronic liver disease, its sensitivity is higher than ALT. Elevated UA reflects relatively poor liver function and is a chronic process. You can eat eggs, but do not eat mutton or dog meat, and eat less beef, fried food, and spicy food.

3. Total bile acid examination index can better reflect liver and gallbladder function and is a relatively effective liver function examination index. During liver function tests, if the total bile acid level is high, it should be taken seriously. The metabolism of bile acid will become abnormal, which will result in high total bile acid. Chronic hepatitis, acute hepatitis, cirrhosis, malignant liver tumors and other liver diseases will cause the total bile acid level to be high to varying degrees. Inspection is recommended. If there are no other symptoms in this case, you can observe it first. This is related to liver disease and a slightly higher level does not necessarily mean anything. It is recommended to pay attention to physical exercise, eat less spicy and irritating foods, eat more fruits and vegetables, drink water frequently, and avoid excessive heat.