Liver function tests (LFTs) have been essential for managing hepatitis patients. By measuring liver proteins and enzymes in the blood, these tests help diagnose liver damage, monitor antiviral therapy ...

Have you ever been told during a medical check-up that you need a liver function test and felt puzzled by terms like ALT, AST, and Total Bilirubin? You're not alone. Many people are unfamiliar with ...

Yes, it is possible for a person with cirrhosis to receive typical liver function test results, although this is rare. The United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS) notes that liver function ...

Dr Prashant Kadam said, “Additionally, people who are obese or overweight, consume excessive alcohol, use performance-enhancing drugs, have diabetes, have a family history of liver disease, or are on ...

An intelligent liver function test platform (iLFT) successfully integrated into one Scottish primary care system reduced unnecessary specialist referrals over a 5-year period, and improved triage for ...

Conceived as a princely minister of warmth and life, the liver is often overlooked in diabetes and obesity, whereas the organ is a prime regulator in metabolism. In recent times, a plethora of ...

Question: I got my bloods done recently and the GP said I need to come back and have my liver function tested again in two months as the results were high. I was very surprised at this as I don’t ...

When the blood pressure in the portal vein, carrying blood from the intestines to the liver, increases more than 10 mm Hg, it is called portal hypertension After necessary investigations like ...

A man with normal blood tests was shocked to discover liver cancer after an ultrasound, despite only experiencing gas and discomfort. Dr. Philips highlighted hidden risks like diabetes, sedentary ...