What causes the liver to not function properly?
A liver infection, or liver scarring may cause the liver not to function properly.
Last updated on 09 Aug 2023
Lipases are digestive enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of fat (lipid, triglyceride) into free fatty acids (FFA) and monoglycerides, molecules that can be absorbed into the bloodstream
Liver enzymes are essential for the healthy functioning of the body. Two of the common ones are known as "AST" and "ALT." If the liver is damaged, AST and ALT pass into the bloodstream.
Lactate dehydrogenase is an enzyme that the body uses during the process of turning sugar into energy for your cells to use.
A gamma glutamyl transferase (GGT) test measures the amount of GGT in the blood. GGT is an enzyme found throughout the body, but it is mostly found in the liver. When the liver is damaged, GGT may leak into the bloodstream. High levels of GGT in the blood may be a sign of liver disease or damage.
Hepatic Function Test, HFT, LFT
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