LIVER FUNCTION PROFILE
Test Name: Liver Function Test (LFT)
Also Known As: LFT
What is the Purpose of this Test?
Assesses the overall health of the liver.
Diagnoses and monitors liver disease or damage.
Tracks the recovery process of known liver problems.
Determines if medication dose adjustments are needed.
Conducts routine preventive health checkups.
When Does One Need to Get This Test Done?
As part of a routine health checkup.
If experiencing symptoms such as chronic fatigue, belly pain, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes.
If you have risk factors such as obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, excessive alcohol consumption, or a family history of liver disease.
To monitor the treatment response of existing liver disease.
To check the effects of certain medications that may impact liver function.
To monitor for alcohol abuse.
Pre-Test Information
No special preparation required; fasting is not needed.
Report Delivery TAT
Reports are delivered within 12 hours.
Home Visit
Free home blood sample collection within 60 minutes of booking.
Sample Type
Blood
Components
Measures levels of liver enzymes and proteins, including bilirubin and albumin.
What Disease Can This Test Detect?
Fatty liver disease
Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Jaundice
Liver cancer
Liver damage from medications or alcohol abuse
