Question 1

Will I be sick after the EDTA blood test?

Accepted Answer

No, you will not be sick after EDTA blood test.

Question 2

Do all types of blood tests detect a liver issue?

Accepted Answer

Yes, certain blood tests can also detect if you have low levels of specific substances, such as a protein called serum albumin, which is made by the liver. A low level of serum albumin suggests your liver is not functioning properly.

Question 3

How does blood enter the liver?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

What is the role of prothrombin?

Accepted Answer

Prothrombin is one of the key proteins in the blood coagulation system.

Question 5

What is the use of a bilirubin blood test?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Will I be sick after the EDTA blood test?

Will I be sick after the EDTA blood test?

Related Questions

Do all types of blood tests detect a liver issue?

How does blood enter the liver?

What is the role of prothrombin?

What is the use of a bilirubin blood test?

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

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