What blood work checks liver function?
My doctor recommended a liver function test during my annual check-up. I was curious, what specific blood work checks liver function? I'd like to understand the report when it comes.
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5 months ago
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I was looking this up online because my father was feeling fatigued. It seems a Liver Function Test or LFT is the standard blood panel that checks SGOT, SGPT, and bilirubin.
5 months ago
To check liver function, labs do a test called LFT. Along with that, drinking warm water and avoiding very heavy, fried food is good to keep your digestion smooth. Consult a doctor for reports.
5 months ago
You just need to get a Liver Function Test (LFT) done! It's a quick blood draw that checks how your liver is doing. Wishing you great health! 😊
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5 months ago
My physician explained that the LFT panel measures specific liver enzymes like SGPT (ALT) and SGOT (AST). High levels can indicate liver cell injury, so getting this standard panel is the first step.
5 months ago
I ignored my fatigue for months before finding out my liver enzymes were sky-high. Please get an LFT done soon and consult a doctor—don't delay routine checkups.
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5 months ago
I was terrified when my LFT was ordered, but the results were absolutely normal. It's just a routine blood test checking SGPT and bilirubin, so please don't stress yourself out.