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What is the use of a bilirubin blood test?

What is the use of a bilirubin blood test?

A bilirubin blood test is used to check the health of your liver. The test is also commonly used to help diagnose newborn jaundice.

Last updated on 10 Aug 2023

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What does it mean if your alt blood test is elevated to 113?

It means that you are suffering from tissue damage or an infection in the liver. Hence, you are recommended to treat it at the earliest.

Last updated on 10 Aug 2023

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How does blood enter the liver?

The liver receives a blood supply from two sources. The first is the hepatic artery which delivers oxygenated blood from the general circulation. The second is the hepatic portal vein delivering deoxygenated blood from the small intestine containing nutrients.

Last updated on 10 Aug 2023

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Does alopecia show up in blood tests?

Alopecia is usually diagnosed by a dermatologist by looking at the affected area (scalp).

Last updated on 10 Aug 2023

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Does cirrhosis always appear on blood tests (ALT/AST)?

No not always. However, one can rely on the AST/ALT ratio. An AST/ALT ratio higher than one (where the AST is higher than ALT) means you may have cirrhosis. An AST/ALT ratio higher than 2:1 (where the AST is more than twice as high as the ALT) is a sign of alcoholic liver disease.

Last updated on 10 Aug 2023

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How do doctors diagnose blood clots?

Doctors usually diagnose blood clots by performing venous ultrasounds. Sound waves are used to create a view of your veins.

Last updated on 10 Aug 2023

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