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Do all types of blood tests detect a liver issue?

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Do all types of blood tests detect a liver issue?

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.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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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 12 Dec 2024

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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 12 Dec 2024

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How does one interpret the results of a liver function test?

A raised GGT and/or other abnormalities in the LFTs would indicate that the liver is not functioning properly. Additionally, if the values are too high it can measure the severity of a disease, particularly scarring of the liver (cirrhosis).

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the lever function test?

Liver function tests are blood tests that measure different substances produced by your liver. These measurements can help your doctor evaluate the overall health of your liver and how well it's working. A liver panel will often measure several substances in one blood sample.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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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 12 Dec 2024

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