What does the liver function test consist of?
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Standard Liver Function Tests\n\nTotal Protein (TP)\nThe liver produces most of the plasma proteins in the body making a measure of the amount of protein in the blood useful. Reference range (60-80 g/L).\n\nAlbumin (Alb)\nAlbumin is a protein made specifically by the liver, and can be measured cheaply and easily. It is the main constituent of total protein; the remaining fraction is called globulin (including e.g. the immunoglobulins). Albumin levels are decreased in chronic liver disease, such as cirrhosis. It is also decreased in nephrotic syndrome, where it is lost through the urine. Poor nutrition or states of protein catabolism may also lead to hypoalbuminaemia. The half-life of albumin is approximately 20 days. Albumin is not considered to be an especially useful marker of liver synthetic function, coagulation factors (see below) are much more sensitive. The reference range is 30-50 g/L. (3.0-5.0 mg/dL)\n\nlanine transaminase (ALT)\nAlanine transaminase (ALT), also called Serum Glutamic Pyruvic Transaminase (SGPT) or Alanine aminotransferrase (ALAT) is an enzyme present in hepatocytes (liver cells). When a cell is damaged, it leaks this enzyme into the blood, where it is measured. ALT rises dramatically in acute liver damage, such as viral hepatitis or paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose. Elevations are often measured in multiples of the upper limit of normal (ULN). The reference range is 15-45 U/L in most laboratories.\n\nAspartate transaminase (AST)\nAspartate transaminase (AST) also called Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase (SGOT) or aspartate aminotransferase (ASAT) is similar to ALT in that it is another enzyme associated with liver parenchymal cells. It is raised in acute liver damage. It is also present in red cells, and cardiac and skeletal muscle. The ratio of AST:ALT is useful in differentiating between causes of acute hepatitis.\n\nAlkaline phosphatase (ALP)\nAlkaline phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme in the cells lining the biliary ducts of the liver. ALP levels in plasma will rise with large bile duct obstruction, intrahepatic cholestasis or infiltrative diseases of the liver. ALP is also present in bone and placental tissue, so it is higher in growing children (as their bones are being remodelled). The reference range is usually 30-120 U/L.\n\n\nTotal bilirubin (TBIL)\nBilirubin is a breakdown product of heme (a part of hemoglobin in red blood cells). The liver is responsible for clearing this, excreting it out through bile into the intestine. Problems with the liver or blockage of the drainage of bile will cause increased levels of bilirubin, as will increased haemolysis of red cells.\n\nDirect bilirubin, or conjugated bilirubin is often measured in tandem, especially if the total bilirubin level is elevated. Bilirubin is unconjugated before the liver modifies it for excretion. It is dangerous in babies, as it can pass the blood-brain barrier causing kernicterus.\n\nThere is more testing that a doctor can do if any of the above tests are abnormal.
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Liver.\nLiver also performed those functions:\n1.Lipid metabolism.\n2.Protein metabolism\n3.Processing of drugs and hormones\n4.Excretion of bilirubin\n5.Stnthesis of bile salts\n6.Storage of glycogen\n7.Phagocytosis\n8.Activation of vitamin D
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evrything passes thru the liver, the air we breath, the food we eat, the chemicals absorbed thru our skin ALL PASS THRU THE LIVER FOR PURIFICATION
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I think it's to check and see how well your liver is functioning. I work with adolescent boys and unfortunately, they are on various psychotropic drugs that can have damaging effects on the liver. The doctor usually orders the metabolic panel to check up on them. \nThe liver comes in contact with everything we put in our bodies so we must not neglect it. \nHope this helps.
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Your doctor can order lab work to see how well the body is clearing out toxins in the blood. If these are normal one can conclude the liver is functioning normally. Also, the doctor can palpate or feel the liver for size and firmness. We want a normal size and not hard or nobby. A sample of liver tissue can be taken through biopsy and be evaluated.
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http://www.hcvm.com/HCVM/index.html\n\nThis is all you need.
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rest is more required to the hepatistis patient. coconut water can be taken as many times as possible. only easily digestable vegetables can be taken with out oil. salt in take for quite some time can avoided. ghee or any fat content can be strictly avoided atleast 4to 5 moths until the liver comes to normal staze. laboratory tests can be conducted for every 15 days and the condition can be shown to u r doctor and take his suggestions.and accordingly medicines can be used.wish the speedy recovery.
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what about the forest conservation?\nproducts of? what livers there? give us a hint
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Alanine transaminase (ALT), also called Serum Glutamic Pyruvic Transaminase (SGPT) or Alanine aminotransferrase (ALAT) is an enzyme present in hepatocytes (liver cells). When a cell is damaged, it leaks this enzyme into the blood, where it is measured. ALT rises dramatically in acute liver damage, such as viral hepatitis or paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose. Elevations are often measured in multiples of the upper limit of normal (ULN). The reference range is 15-45 U/L in most laboratories.\n\n\n\nAspartate transaminase (AST) also called Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase (SGOT) or aspartate aminotransferase (ASAT) is similar to ALT in that it is another enzyme associated with liver parenchymal cells. It is raised in acute liver damage. It is also present in red cells, and cardiac and skeletal muscle. The ratio of AST:ALT is useful in differentiating between causes of acute hepatitis.
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yes The liver is found within the lower part of the rib-cage on the right hand side of the body.  It has a huge variety of functions in the body and is the only organ that can repair and re-grow itself after damage. The liver is the second largest organ in the body and is often seen as the most important one. In traditional Chinese medicine, for example, a healthy liver is seen as the most critical element in the body's ability to fight disease and function optimally. \n\nFor this reason, complimentary and holistic medicine always emphasizes liver health as one of the most vital components in overall systemic health. Amongst other important functions, the liver is responsible for eliminating and detoxifying the poisons that enter our blood stream. \n\nIt is very important in the digestion of food and produces bile which is essential in the breakdown of fats, thereby preventing obesity – one of the biggest contributors to ill health. It also regulates blood sugar and stores any excess sugar in a useful “quick-release” form for when it is needed. The liver clears the blood of  old red blood cells, bacteria and other infectious organisms as well as ingested toxins including alcohol. It is responsible for producing a large number of different proteins including hormones and blood clotting factors and is the organ which stores Vitamin A, D, E and K. \n\nEnvironmental pollution, fast foods, drugs, alcohol and sedentary lifestyles all contribute to sluggish and diseased livers. The result? Depressed immune systems, constant fatigue, obesity, sluggish livers and digestive systems, allergies, respiratory ailments, unhealthy skin and many other health problems.
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I think that you should at least do some investigations to find out why your ALT is elevated. Do you know what your bilirubin, GGT, and alkaline phosphatase levels were?
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Alpha -1-Fetoprotein (AFP) is a blood protein normally found in the fetus and in infants. The exact function of AFP is not known but because the structure is similar to albumin which is the most common protein in an adults blood they are thought to have similar functions which is to transport various substances around the body. As we age, we make less and less AFP. \nIn the adult AFP is a non-specific marker for several types of cancer. It is most often elevated in liver cancer and is used as a marker for hepatocellular cancinoma. Usually an AFP of above 1000 ng/ml is highly suggestive of liver cancer. The normal range is 0-20 ng/ml.\nThe problem is that AFP is not always elevated. In patients from high-incidence populations such as blacks from Africa or native Chinese 80-90% of patients will have elevated AFP with liver cancer. However only 50-70% of low-incidence patients such as Europeans or North Americans will have elevated AFP with liver cancer. So will it is good news that your friend has normal AFP, this can not be used to completely rule out cancer.\nAlso keep in mind that while AFP is most closely associated with liver cancer (and I assume this is why the test was done) if they were looking for some other type of cancer the sensitivity and specificity will be different for different types of cancer.
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No need to worry unnecessarily.  However, there are serious conditions that can relate to your liver.  For instance, "cirrhosis" is known as the "silent killer."  The liver deals with over 500 processes within your body, including how you absorb nutrients and excrete toxins.\n\nTo find out how your liver is doing, go to a real doctor and ask them to run some basic lab work, including liver enzymes and liver function.  Hopefully, all is well.  It is money well spent; whether to find out what is wrong, or to find out there is nothing to worry about.  \n\nIn the meantime, I will pray for a clean bill of health for you!\n\nPeace be with you!
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lab test for kidney disease: albumin, calcium, creatinine, estimated GFR, creatinine clearance, electrolytes, erythropoietin, microalbumin, parathyroid hormone, phosphate, potassium, prealbumin, renin, urinalysis, urine culture, vitamin D\n\nlab test for liver functions: Liver panel, AST, ALP, ALT, Albumin, Bilirubin, PT, AFP, Total protein
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amino acid metabolism-the liver regulates blood levels of amino acids(proteins) based on tissue needs for protein synthesis. the liver is able to synthesis 12 of these human proteins. The chemical process is called transanimation
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There is blood, urine, and oral swab tests for alcohol or controlled substance.
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It depends! If the skin test is positive (more than 10mm) and you are in high risk group and the Chest X-Ray is Negative, you should take INH for 9 months (once a day) and you should be checked each month for your Liver Function (blood test).\nSo go to your Doctor ASAP.\nTake care