Description
Also known as:
Liver Function Tests
Liver Profile
Liver Enzyme Test
Liver Function Tests is used:
To check liver damage such as in case of cirrhosis of the liver
To monitor the progress of treatment ongoing for liver conditions/diseases
Main purpose of the Liver Function Tests:
To diagnose and monitor any kind of liver disease or damage. It measures the levels of certain enzymes and proteins present in the blood
LFT test includes various tests like Total Protein, Albumin, Globulin, A/G Ratio, Total Bilirubin, Alkaline Phosphatase, Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT/SGPT), Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT)
Sample Required:
Blood sample (Serum)
Test Preparation Required:
None
