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
Yellowish skin, swollen abdomen and feeling completely full even after eating small meals are signs of fatty liver.
Painkillers can cause liver enzymes to be elevated. Hence you are recommended to take them only if your doctor has prescribed you to take so.
Yes, LDH levels get higher in lymphoproliferative disorders such as lymphomas.
Cirrhosis is a long-term (chronic) liver disease. The most common causes are hepatitis and other viruses, and alcohol abuse. If you suspect having liver cirrhosis then you are recommended to get tested and consult with a hepatologist at the earliest.
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.
Hepatic Function Test, HFT, LFT
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