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Why do I need a Liver Function Test?
Why do I need a Liver Function Test?
Why do I need a Liver Function Test?
You may need a liver function test to screen for infections and liver diseases at an early stage.
Last updated on 07 Aug 2023
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What types of blood tests can help detect liver cancer?
You might also have a blood test to look at the level of a chemical called alpha fetoprotein (AFP). This might be higher than normal in some types of liver cancer.
Last updated on 07 Aug 2023
How safe is a liver biopsy?
A liver biopsy is a safe procedure when performed by an expert doctor. Possible risks includes pain at the biopsy site is the most common complication after a liver biopsy.
Last updated on 07 Aug 2023
Is it true biopsy poses risk to liver cancer patient?
Yes, it is true that biopsies can pose a risk to liver cancer patients.
Last updated on 07 Aug 2023
How can liver disease cause hypoproteinemia?
In patients with liver cirrhosis, due to the decline of liver cell function and the decrease in the number of liver cells, the protein synthesis including albumin and various coagulation factors is insufficient, resulting in hypoproteinemia
Last updated on 07 Aug 2023
How does the liver break down bilirubin?
Once in the liver, glucuronic acid is added to unconjugated bilirubin by the enzyme glucuronyl transferase. This forms conjugated bilirubin, which is soluble. This allows conjugated bilirubin to be excreted into the duodenum in bile.
Last updated on 07 Aug 2023
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT)
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