How do doctors test for liver damage?
First and foremost the doctors recommend liver function tests. If the test results are worrisome then they might recommend you to undergo a CT or MRI.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Hepatitis A and E are typically caused by ingestion of contaminated food or water. Hepatitis B, C and D usually occur as a result of parenteral contact with infected body fluids.
Early-stage NAFLD does not usually cause any harm, but it can lead to serious liver damage, including cirrhosis, if it gets worse.
Abnormal LFTs may indicate deranged liver enzymes. A specific liver disease process example ongoing liver cell damage or impaired function of the liver.
Yes, mild fatty liver grade1 causes no or very less liver damage so sometimes it is not reflected in LFT.
A few common symptoms are weakness, fatigue, loss of appetite and abdominal pain. A prominent sign is swelling in the abdominal region and legs
Hepatic Function Test, HFT, LFT
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