This article from Dr. Sharon Center says "
Dogs DO NOTneed to be fasted for 12-hours to conduct this test. The important issue is to test BEFORE and 2-Hrs after FEEDING to fully evaluate the dogs ability to extract bile acids from the portal circulation."
It seems everything I read says a 12 hour fast is required - any thoughts on this? When the doctor who created the test says DO NOT??
PSVA and MVD Research Summary
My vet was really not responsive about this test at all. I think I am going to have go in there and demand it. What is the blood work called that is drawn initially that would indicate the need for a bile acid test?
If you live in a small area w/o aggressive vets, much less internists/specialists/emergency, how do you find a vet that is knowledgeable about Yorkies? I would be willing to travel at least in a 200 mile radius. LSU has a vet hospital but requires referral.
My vet says, "He's got great teeth for a Yorkie," which I suppose is to let me know she knows Yorkies???