Liver Tests

A prealbumin blood test is a diagnostic test that measures the levels of prealbumin in the bloodstream.

• Prealbumin is a protein produced by the liver, and its levels can indicate a person's nutritional status and liver function.
• The test is commonly used to assess malnutrition, monitor patients' response to nutritional therapy, and evaluate liver disease.

An AST test, or aspartate aminotransferase test, is a blood test that measures the levels of the enzyme AST in the bloodstream.

• AST is found in various organs, including the liver, heart, muscles, and kidneys.
• The test is used to assess liver function, detect liver damage, and monitor the progression of liver diseases.

The Smooth Muscle Antibody (SMA) test is a diagnostic tool used to detect specific antibodies in the blood associated with autoimmune liver diseases.

Antimitochondrial antibodies (AMA) are autoantibodies produced by the immune system that target specific proteins found in the mitochondria, the energy-producing organelles within our cells. AMA is a crucial diagnostic marker for several autoimmune liver diseases, particularly primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).

The AMA M2 test is a simple blood test. A healthcare professional will draw a small blood sample from your arm, and the sample will be analyzed in a laboratory to check for the presence of AMA subtype M2.

A high GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase) level can indicate liver or bile duct issues, excessive alcohol intake, or certain medications. It's a marker for liver and pancreatic health.

A liver biopsy is performed to diagnose liver diseases, assess the extent of liver damage, and determine the cause of abnormalities such as inflammation, fibrosis, or tumors within the liver tissue. It provides crucial information for treatment planning and prognosis.

Elevated ALT (Alanine Transaminase) levels in the blood indicate potential liver damage or inflammation. ALT is an enzyme released when liver cells are damaged, providing insight into liver health.

The alkaline phosphatase (ALP) test is used to assess liver or bone disorders. It measures the level of ALP, an enzyme found in the liver, bones, and intestines.