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How do doctors test for liver damage?

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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

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Why do TB patients have to do liver blood test regularly?

Tuberculosis can affect the liver in three forms. The most common form is diffuse hepatic involvement, seen along with pulmonary or miliary tuberculosis. The second is granulomatous hepatitis and the third, a much rarer form presents as focal/local tuberculoma or abscess.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What does protein in the blood mean?

High blood protein is an increase in the concentration of protein in the bloodstream. The medical term for high blood protein is hyperproteinemia.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What produces bilirubin?

Bilirubin, a brownish-yellow pigment of bile, is secreted by the liver in vertebrates, which gives solid waste products (feces) their characteristic colour.

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My SGOT is 230 and SGPT is 155. Why?

High values of SGOT and SGPT means the liver is not functioning well.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Is it dangerous when my bilirubin is 10.77?

Bilirubin results depend on your age, gender, and health. Normal bilirubin levels are generally less than 1 milligram per deciliter (mg/dL). Adults with jaundice generally have bilirubin levels greater than 2.5mg/dL.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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