What are the complications of liver disease?
Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS) is a life-threatening condition that affects kidney function in people with advanced liver disease.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
A bilirubin of 20 or more on a blood test will be marked as high. Jaundice may occur when the blood total bilirubin reaches a level roughly between 35 and 50 micromoles/litre.
Bovine serum albumin promotes the growth of small inocula of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in media containing unesterified fatty acids. Albumin binds fatty acids present in concentrations toxic for the organisms.
Liver cancer is usually detected by MRI or ultrasound, however, one can 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. This might help to diagnose possible cancer or other conditions.
To lower bilirubin levels, you should drink lots of water, avoid alcohol, eat fruits and vegetables. Additionally, also increase your fiber intake.
Abnormal LFTs may indicate deranged liver enzymes. A specific liver disease process example ongoing liver cell damage or impaired function of the liver.
Hepatic Function Test, HFT, LFT
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