Liver Health
The liver, one of the most vital organs in the human body, performs a range of critical functions including detoxification, protein synthesis, and the production of biochemicals necessary for digestion. This category encompasses a variety of tests and markers designed to evaluate the health and functionality of the liver.
Key tests in this category include liver function tests (LFTs) like Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), and Bilirubin, which are essential for assessing the liver's ability to process toxins, produce proteins, and manage bilirubin, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown. Other significant markers include Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT), which can indicate liver damage or disease, and albumin and total protein levels, reflecting the liver's synthetic capacity.
Elevated or decreased levels of these markers can signal various liver conditions, ranging from hepatitis, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, to potential impacts from medications or alcohol consumption. This category can provide valuable insights into these markers, offering detailed descriptions of each test, what its results might indicate, and how they fit into the broader context of liver health and overall wellness.
Understanding liver health is crucial for early detection and management of liver-related conditions, as well as for monitoring the impact of lifestyle choices and medications on liver function. This category serves as a key tool for individuals looking to maintain or improve their liver health, offering accessible and comprehensive information to support informed health decisions. Whether you are undergoing routine health checks, managing an existing liver condition, or simply aiming to enhance your health and well-being, the this category is an invaluable resource for navigating and understanding the complex world of liver health diagnostics.
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Biomarkers included in this panel:
The biomarker Abnormal Protein Band 1 is part of a blood test called "Protein Electrophoresis". Protein electrophoresis is a test that measures specific proteins in the blood. The test separates proteins in the blood base
Learn moreActin (Smooth Muscle) Antibody (IgG) - Actin is the major antigen to which smooth muscle antibodies react in autoimmune hepatitis. F-Actin IGG antibodies are found in 52-85% of patients with Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH) or chronic active hepatit
Learn moreSerum protein electrophoresis (SPEP) is an easy, inexpensive method of separating proteins based on their net charge, size, and shape. The 2 major types of protein present in the serum are albumin and the globulin proteins. Albumin is the major pr
Learn moreProtein in the serum is made up of albumin (∼ 60%) and globulin. Globulins are divided into alpha-1, alpha-2, beta, and gamma globulins.
Learn moreGlobulins are divided into alpha-1, alpha-2, beta, and gamma globulins.
Learn moreProtein in the serum is made up of albumin (∼60%) and globulin. Together with albumin, globulin forms the total protein level on a blood test lab report. It includes carrier proteins, enzymes, clotting factors, and, predominantly,
Learn moreThere are four main types of globulins. They are called - alpha 1, - alpha 2, - beta, - and gamma.
Learn moreThere are four main types of globulins. They are called - alpha 1, - alpha 2, - beta, - and gamma.
Learn moreBile acids are compounds that are made in the liver and stored in the gall bladder. Bile acids help with digestion of foods, particularly fat. When food is eaten, the body sends a signal to the gall bladder to contract and push bi
Learn moreBile Acids
Bile acids are a group of molecules produced by the liver from cholesterol and play a vital role in the digestion and absorption of fats and fat-soluble vitamins in the small intestine. They are components of bile, a fluid that is released into the i
Learn moreBilirubin is a waste byproduct of the breakdown of red blood cells. Yellow in coloration, bilirubin is filtered out of the blood by the liver and excreted in stool by the intestines. Bilirubin tests are done when a disease or blockage of the liver is
Learn moreThe Indirect Bilirubin test measures how much bilirubin is in your blood. It originates from the breakdown of hemoglobin in the red blood cells, but must be removed by your liver.
Learn moreCholinesterase, Serum
Serum cholinesterase is a blood test that looks at levels of 2 substances that help the nervous system work properly. They are called acetylcholinesterase and pseudocholinesterase. Your nerves need these substances to send signals. Acetylcholinest
Learn moreThe FIB-4 Index, a non-invasive and widely used clinical tool, is instrumental in the assessment of liver fibrosis, particularly in patients with chronic liver diseases such as Hepatitis C and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). This index, ca
Learn moreThe FIB-4 Index is a non-invasive scoring system used to estimate the degree of liver fibrosis, particularly in patients with chronic liver diseases like Hepatitis C and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It is calculated based on routine lab
Learn moreGamma globulin is a major class of immunoglobulins found in the blood, including many of the most common antibodies circulating in the blood. The gamma globulin band consists of 5 immunoglobulins: - 80% is immunoglobulin G (IgG)
Learn moreGamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) is an enzyme most commonly associated with the liver. GGT tests are often run to determine the cause and extent of liver damage or to monitor treatment of alcohol abuse disorders. While an elevated GGT score may be a
Learn moreThe presence of mitochondrial antibodies can be used in conjunction with clinical findings and other laboratory tests to aid in the diagnosis of primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC). PBC is a chronic disease in which the bile ducts in your liver are
Learn moreThe prealbumin screen is a blood test that may be used to see if you are getting enough nutrition in your diet. This may be because you have a chronic condition. Or it may be because you have an infection or inflammation, or you suffered a trauma.&nb
Learn moreEvaluate protein malnutrition, total parenteral nutrition, and liver dysfunction. Values are decreased in inflammatory processes, malignancy, protein malnutrition, and protein wasting diseases of the gut or kidney. Values are increased
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