{"product_id":"understanding-tauroselcholic-acid-sehcat-testing-a-patients-guide-to-diagnosing-bile-acid-malabsorption","title":"Understanding Tauroselcholic Acid (SeHCAT) Testing: A Patient's Guide to Diagnosing Bile Acid Malabsorption","description":"\u003cp\u003eSeHCAT testing is a specialized diagnostic procedure that measures how well your intestines absorb bile acids, using a tiny amount of a radioactive tracer that mimics natural bile acids. When the body retains less than 15% of this tracer after seven days, the test is considered positive for bile acid malabsorption — a frequently overlooked cause of chronic diarrhea. The test is especially valuable for people with persistent diarrhea who have conditions such as Crohn's disease, prior gallbladder removal, or certain intestinal surgeries, and it helps doctors target treatment with medications called bile acid sequestrants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eUnderstanding Tauroselcholic Acid (SeHCAT) Testing: A Patient's Guide to Diagnosing Bile Acid Malabsorption\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ddn-key-points\"\u003eKey Points\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#background\"\u003eWhat Is SeHCAT Testing and Why It Matters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#whoneeds\"\u003eWho Should Consider This Test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#procedure\"\u003eHow the SeHCAT Test Works\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#interpretation\"\u003eUnderstanding Your Results\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#conditions\"\u003eConditions Linked to Bile Acid Malabsorption\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#implications\"\u003eClinical Implications: What the Results Mean for You\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#treatment\"\u003eTreatment Options After Diagnosis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#limitations\"\u003eLimitations of the Test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#recommendations\"\u003eRecommendations for Patients\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ddn-faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#source\"\u003eSource Information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ddn:keypoints:start --\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"ddn-key-points\"\u003eKey Points\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeHCAT testing is a non-invasive diagnostic procedure that uses a tiny amount of radioactive tracer to measure bile acid absorption in the intestines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is recommended for chronic nonbloody diarrhea when there is Crohn's disease, prior gallbladder removal, intestinal surgery, radiotherapy, or chronic pancreatitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetention of less than 15% of the tracer after seven days indicates bile acid malabsorption; retention of 15% or higher is normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA positive result helps guide treatment with bile acid sequestrants such as cholestyramine, colestipol, or colesevelam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimitations include limited test availability, possible medication interference, a small radiation exposure, and inability to identify the underlying cause.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- ddn:keypoints:end --\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"background\"\u003eWhat Is SeHCAT Testing and Why It Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeHCAT stands for Selenium-75 Homocholic Acid Taurine. It is a diagnostic test designed to answer one specific question: are your intestines properly absorbing bile acids? Bile acids are digestive fluids produced by your liver and stored in your gallbladder. Normally, after helping you digest fats, most of these acids are reabsorbed in the final section of your small intestine (the terminal ileum) and recycled back to your liver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen this recycling process fails, excess bile acids spill into your colon, where they draw in water and stimulate bowel movements. The result is chronic, often watery diarrhea — a condition known as bile acid malabsorption (BAM) or bile acid diarrhea (BAD).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis condition is more common than many people realize, yet it is frequently missed. The SeHCAT test provides a \u003cstrong\u003enon-invasive way to identify this often-overlooked cause of chronic diarrhea\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing doctors to guide treatment decisions that can significantly improve a patient's quality of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"whoneeds\"\u003eWho Should Consider This Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the guidelines referenced in this article, the SeHCAT test is recommended for patients with \u003cstrong\u003echronic nonbloody diarrhea\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly those who have any of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA history of \u003cstrong\u003eterminal ileal resection\u003c\/strong\u003e (surgical removal of the end portion of the small intestine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA history of \u003cstrong\u003echolecystectomy\u003c\/strong\u003e (gallbladder removal surgery)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA history of \u003cstrong\u003eradiotherapy\u003c\/strong\u003e (radiation treatment) to the abdomen or pelvis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA diagnosis of \u003cstrong\u003eCrohn's disease\u003c\/strong\u003e, which often affects the terminal ileum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA diagnosis of \u003cstrong\u003echronic pancreatitis\u003c\/strong\u003e (long-term inflammation of the pancreas)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe test is particularly useful when other common causes of chronic diarrhea — such as celiac disease, infections, or inflammatory bowel disease — have already been ruled out. In these situations, the SeHCAT test can uncover bile acid malabsorption as the hidden culprit behind persistent symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"procedure\"\u003eHow the SeHCAT Test Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SeHCAT test is a straightforward procedure that takes place over two visits, roughly one week apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Ingesting the Tracer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn your first visit, you will swallow a \u003cstrong\u003ecapsule containing a radiolabeled synthetic bile acid\u003c\/strong\u003e. This capsule contains a very small amount of radioactivity — specifically, selenium-75, a radioactive form of the element selenium, attached to a synthetic bile acid molecule. This tracer behaves exactly like a natural bile acid in your body, which is the key to the test's accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Measuring Retention\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately after ingesting the capsule, you will have a baseline measurement taken using a \u003cstrong\u003ewhole-body counter or scanner\u003c\/strong\u003e. This device is similar to a large scanner that detects the small amount of radiation emitted by the tracer in your body. This baseline reading tells your doctor how much of the tracer you absorbed initially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will return approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7 days later\u003c\/strong\u003e for a second measurement. The scanner measures how much of the tracer remains in your body. The difference between the two readings tells your doctor what percentage of the bile acid tracer your intestines retained — and by extension, how well your body is reabsorbing bile acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"interpretation\"\u003eUnderstanding Your Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe results are expressed as the \u003cstrong\u003epercentage of SeHCAT retention\u003c\/strong\u003e at day 7. Here is how doctors interpret the numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetention less than 15%:\u003c\/strong\u003e Considered a positive test, indicating bile acid malabsorption. This threshold is the standard diagnostic cutoff used in clinical practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetention of 15% or higher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Considered normal, suggesting that bile acid absorption is functioning properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, if your body absorbs and recycles bile acids normally, most of the tracer will be retained in your body's recycling system after a week. If you have bile acid malabsorption, your body loses the tracer through the stool, and the retention percentage drops below that critical 15% mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLower retention percentages indicate more severe bile acid malabsorption. Some research studies also use additional thresholds — such as 10% for moderate and 5% for severe malabsorption — to guide treatment intensity, though the 15% cutoff remains the primary diagnostic standard referenced in this article.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"conditions\"\u003eConditions Linked to Bile Acid Malabsorption\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe research cited in this article identifies several conditions that can cause bile acid malabsorption and therefore trigger a positive SeHCAT test:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIleal resection or disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surgery to remove part of the terminal ileum, or disease affecting this region, directly impairs the site where bile acids are normally reabsorbed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrohn's disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e This inflammatory bowel disease frequently affects the terminal ileum, disrupting bile acid absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCholecystectomy (gallbladder removal):\u003c\/strong\u003e Without a gallbladder to store and release bile acids in a controlled manner, bile acids can enter the intestine at different rates, overwhelming the ileum's absorption capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChronic pancreatitis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-term pancreatic inflammation can alter digestion in ways that interfere with bile acid handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadiotherapy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radiation treatment to the abdomen or pelvis can damage the intestinal lining, including the cells responsible for bile acid absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen no identifiable cause is found, the condition is called \u003cstrong\u003eidiopathic bile acid malabsorption\u003c\/strong\u003e — meaning the malabsorption occurs without a clear underlying disease. Research cited in this article, including a study from the \u003cem\u003eScandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology\u003c\/em\u003e (1988), has examined bile acid malabsorption in chronic diarrhea with special attention to the impact of gallbladder removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"implications\"\u003eClinical Implications: What the Results Mean for You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA positive SeHCAT test has important implications for your care. First, it provides a clear explanation for chronic diarrhea that may have been mysterious for months or years. Many patients report that simply having a diagnosis — and knowing that their condition is real and treatable — is a relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecond, and more practically, a positive test identifies you as someone who is likely to benefit from treatment. The implications cited in the source article include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe test helps identify patients with bile acid malabsorption, allowing for \u003cstrong\u003etargeted treatment with bile acid sequestrants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe test can help \u003cstrong\u003erule out other causes of chronic diarrhea\u003c\/strong\u003e, reducing the risk of misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments (including unnecessary antibiotics, dietary restrictions, or other therapies that won't help).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatients with bile acid malabsorption may experience \u003cstrong\u003esignificant improvements in symptoms and quality of life\u003c\/strong\u003e with appropriate treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe article also notes that SeHCAT testing has been \u003cstrong\u003eshown to be effective in identifying patients with bile acid diarrhea\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a significant positive impact on patients' quality of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"treatment\"\u003eTreatment Options After Diagnosis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your SeHCAT test is positive for bile acid malabsorption, your doctor will likely recommend treatment with a class of medications called \u003cstrong\u003ebile acid sequestrants\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are medications that bind to bile acids in the intestine, preventing them from reaching the colon and causing diarrhea. Common examples include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCholestyramine\u003c\/strong\u003e (brand name Questran) — a powder mixed with liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColestipol\u003c\/strong\u003e (brand name Colestid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColesevelam\u003c\/strong\u003e (brand name Welchol) — often better tolerated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour doctor will typically start you on a low dose and adjust it gradually based on your response. The SeHCAT test is not only useful for initial diagnosis — research cited in this article notes that it can also be used to \u003cstrong\u003emonitor your response to treatment and adjust the dosage of bile acid sequestrants as needed\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your symptoms improve with treatment, that confirms the diagnosis and helps your doctor find the right maintenance dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"limitations\"\u003eLimitations of the SeHCAT Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the SeHCAT test is a valuable diagnostic tool, it does have limitations that you should understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe test is not widely available everywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e The radioactive tracer used in the test requires specialized facilities and nuclear medicine equipment, which means it may only be available at larger hospitals or referral centers. This article notes that the test requires no special preparation, which is a convenience, but the logistical barrier of availability remains real for some patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedication interference is possible.\u003c\/strong\u003e The article emphasizes that patients should inform their doctor of any medications they are taking, as \u003cstrong\u003esome medications may interfere with the test results\u003c\/strong\u003e. Certain drugs that affect bile acid handling — such as bile acid sequestrants themselves — may need to be temporarily stopped before testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe test involves a small amount of radiation.\u003c\/strong\u003e While the dose from selenium-75 is very small and generally considered safe, it is still a radioactive substance. Pregnant women and nursing mothers should discuss the risks and benefits with their doctor before undergoing this test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt does not reveal the underlying cause.\u003c\/strong\u003e A positive SeHCAT test tells you that bile acid malabsorption is present, but it does not tell you \u003cem\u003ewhy\u003c\/em\u003e. Additional testing — such as imaging, endoscopy, or blood work — may be needed to determine the root cause, especially if you don't have a known condition like Crohn's disease or prior gallbladder surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe evidence base includes older studies.\u003c\/strong\u003e Some of the research supporting SeHCAT testing dates back to the late 1980s and 1990s, including the study from \u003cem\u003eMedizinische Klinik\u003c\/em\u003e (1995) and the \u003cem\u003ePostgraduate Medical Journal\u003c\/em\u003e (1992). More recent prospective studies, such as the multicenter diagnostic accuracy protocol published in \u003cem\u003eJMIR Research Protocols\u003c\/em\u003e (2016), are ongoing or have been published since, continuing to strengthen the evidence base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendations\"\u003eRecommendations for Patients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are experiencing chronic diarrhea and haven't found answers, here is what the guidelines and research suggest you should know:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTalk to your doctor about SeHCAT testing\u003c\/strong\u003e if you have chronic nonbloody diarrhea, especially if you have Crohn's disease, have had your gallbladder removed, have had intestinal surgery or radiation therapy, or have been diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake sure other causes have been looked for first.\u003c\/strong\u003e The test is most useful when other causes of chronic diarrhea have been ruled out. Your doctor may recommend stool tests, blood tests, or a colonoscopy before pursuing SeHCAT testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsk about the test before you undergo it.\u003c\/strong\u003e The test requires no special preparation, but you should inform your doctor about all medications and supplements you take, as some can interfere with the results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBe aware of the testing schedule.\u003c\/strong\u003e The test involves swallowing a capsule on day one, followed by a scan, and returning about 7 days later for a second scan. Plan accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf your test is positive, ask about bile acid sequestrants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Treatment with medications like cholestyramine, colestipol, or colesevelam can significantly improve symptoms. Your doctor may need to adjust the dose over time based on your response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemember that a positive test is treatable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bile acid malabsorption is not something you simply have to live with. Many patients experience marked improvement in diarrhea and overall quality of life once they start appropriate treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ddn:faq:start --\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"ddn-faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is SeHCAT testing and what does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeHCAT testing measures how well your intestines absorb bile acids using a tiny amount of a radioactive tracer that mimics natural bile acids. It helps diagnose bile acid malabsorption, a commonly overlooked cause of chronic diarrhea. If less than 15% of the tracer is retained after seven days, the test is considered positive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should consider having a SeHCAT test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe test is recommended for people with chronic nonbloody diarrhea, especially those with a history of terminal ileal resection, gallbladder removal, abdominal or pelvic radiotherapy, Crohn's disease, or chronic pancreatitis. It is also useful when other causes like celiac disease, infections, or inflammatory bowel disease have been ruled out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the SeHCAT test work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe test involves two visits about a week apart. You swallow a capsule containing a radiolabeled synthetic bile acid with a small amount of radiation. A baseline scan measures how much tracer is in your body. You return about seven days later for a second scan; the difference shows how much bile acid your intestines retained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do my SeHCAT results mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults are expressed as the percentage of tracer retained at day 7. Retention below 15% is considered positive for bile acid malabsorption. Retention of 15% or higher is normal. Lower percentages indicate more severe malabsorption; some research uses 10% for moderate and 5% for severe cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat treatment is available after a positive SeHCAT test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour doctor will likely recommend bile acid sequestrants such as cholestyramine, colestipol, or colesevelam. Treatment usually starts at a low dose and is adjusted gradually. The SeHCAT test can also be used to monitor your response and adjust the dosage as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the limitations and risks of SeHCAT testing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe test is not widely available because it requires specialized nuclear medicine facilities. Some medications may interfere with results, so tell your doctor about all medicines. It involves a small radiation dose, generally considered safe, but discuss with your doctor if pregnant or nursing. A positive result does not reveal the underlying cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should a patient with chronic diarrhea and suspected bile acid malabsorption seek a second opinion?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider a second opinion if you have chronic nonbloody diarrhea with risk factors like Crohn's disease, gallbladder removal, ileal surgery, pelvic radiation, or chronic pancreatitis, and standard evaluations have not identified a cause. The SeHCAT test is the diagnostic tool for bile acid malabsorption, but it is not available everywhere and requires specialized equipment. A positive result still does not explain why malabsorption occurs, so additional testing may be needed. A second opinion can help clarify whether SeHCAT testing is appropriate, interpret borderline results, or guide further investigation and treatment with bile acid sequestrants. Diagnostic Detectives Network provides independent expert second opinions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ddn:faq:end --\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"source\"\u003eSource Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis patient-friendly article is based on peer-reviewed research and guideline-directed content compiled by the Dr.Oracle Medical Advisory Board. The original article, titled \u003cstrong\u003e\"What is Tauroselcholic Acid (SeHCAT) testing?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, was last updated on February 24, 2025, and was reviewed by a Medical Advisory Board. Key sources cited in the original article include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuideline references (1 and 2):\u003c\/strong\u003e Guideline Directed Topic Overview, Dr.Oracle Medical Advisory Board \u0026amp; Editors, 2025.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResearch reference 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"[Results of the 75selenium homotaurocholic acid retention test (SeHCAT test) in diagnosis of diarrhea],\" \u003cem\u003eMedizinische Klinik\u003c\/em\u003e (Munich, Germany: 1983), 1995.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResearch reference 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"A Multicenter Prospective Study to Investigate the Diagnostic Accuracy of the SeHCAT Test in Measuring Bile Acid Malabsorption: Research Protocol,\" \u003cem\u003eJMIR Research Protocols\u003c\/em\u003e, 2016.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResearch reference 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Use of the SeHCAT test in the investigation of diarrhoea,\" \u003cem\u003ePostgraduate Medical Journal\u003c\/em\u003e, 1992.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResearch reference 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Bile acid malabsorption demonstrated by SeHCAT in chronic diarrhoea, with special reference to the impact of cholecystectomy,\" \u003cem\u003eScandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology\u003c\/em\u003e, 1988.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResearch reference 7:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Idiopathic bile acid malabsorption: qualitative and quantitative clinical features and response to cholestyramine,\" \u003cem\u003eAlimentary Pharmacology \u0026amp; Therapeutics\u003c\/em\u003e, 1998.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: This patient-friendly article is provided for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. 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