Liver Function Test
What preparation is needed for this Checkup?
Certain foods and medications can affect the results of your liver function tests. Your doctor will probably ask you to avoid eating food and taking some medications before your blood is drawn.
Who should book this checkup?
A liver function test is often recommended in the following situations:
to check for damage from liver infections, such as hepatitis B and hepatitis C, especially if it’s suspected you were exposed to a virus that causes hepatitis
to monitor the side effects of certain medications because some medications are known to affect the liver, including:
- NSAIDsTrusted Source
- statins
- antibiotics
- antiseizure medications
- tuberculosis drugs
if you already have liver disease, to monitor the disease and how well a particular treatment is working
if you’re experiencing the symptoms of a liver disorder or have a family history of a liver disease, such as fatty liver disease
if you have certain medical conditions, such as:
- high triglycerides
- diabetes
- high blood pressure
- anemia
- if you drink alcohol frequently
- if you have gallbladder disease
Certain tests can reflect different aspects of liver function. For example, elevated alanine transaminaseTrusted Source and aspartate transaminase disproportional to bilirubin and alkaline phosphatase levels often indicates liver disease.
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