Liver Function Test
Liver function tests are blood tests that help diagnose and check for liver disease or damage. The tests measure the levels of some proteins and enzymes in your blood. A liver function test measures how well the liver performs its normal functions of producing protein and clearing bilirubin. Also, measure the enzymes that liver cells release in response to disease or damage. Abnormal liver function test results don't always indicate liver disease. Who needs liver function test? A person who has liver infections, such as hepatitis. To monitor the progression of a disease, such as viral or alcoholic hepatitis. To determine how well a treatment is working. To measure the severity of a disease, particularly scarring of the liver (cirrhosis). Complications of liver disease Some types of liver disease can increase the risk of developing liver cancer. Others, if left untreated, continue to damage your liver. Over time, a damaged liver won't have enough healthy tissue to function. A liver disease that is not diagnosed at an early stage can eventually lead to liver failure. Sign and Symptoms of a poor Liver Skin and eyes that appear yellowish (jaundice) Abdominal pain and swelling Swelling in the legs and ankles. Itchy skin. Dark urine color. Pale stool color Chronic fatigue Nausea or vomiting Loss of appetite Ascites What happens during a LFT Test? During a LFT Test, a lab technician will collect blood from a vein, typically from the inside of your elbow or from the back of your hand. The…