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Hepatic Function Panel without Total Protein

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Hepatic Function Panel without Total Protein

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

Sample type: Serum
Avg. sample processing time: 5 Business days
Require fasting: No

BiomarkersQuest Diagnostics biomarkers

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) An enzyme found mainly in the liver and bones. High levels can signal liver disease, bile duct blockage, or bone conditions.
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) A liver enzyme released into the blood when liver cells are damaged. One of the main markers used to screen for liver inflammation or injury.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) An enzyme found in the liver, heart, and muscles. Elevated levels can point to liver damage, though it's less liver-specific than ALT.
Albumin The main protein made by your liver, which helps balance fluids and carries hormones, vitamins, and medications through your blood. Low levels can point to liver, kidney, or nutrition issues.
Direct Bilirubin The form of bilirubin already processed by your liver. Elevated levels point toward a liver or bile-duct problem rather than red blood cell breakdown.
Indirect Bilirubin The form of bilirubin not yet processed by your liver, produced from the normal breakdown of red blood cells. Elevated levels can point to increased red blood cell breakdown or a liver processing problem.
Total Bilirubin The combined level of both processed and unprocessed bilirubin in your blood, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown. Used to evaluate liver function and jaundice.

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Description

This panel is designed to help in assessing liver damage, diagnosing liver conditions, and monitoring the treatment of liver diseases as well as the side effects of drugs that may harm the liver. This test checks levels of albumin, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubin (calculated), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and alanine aminotransferase (ALT).

Why is this test important?

This test is crucial for understanding liver health. ALT and AST are enzymes that, when elevated, can indicate liver cell injury. ALP and bilirubin tests help identify blockages in bile flow or cholestasis. Albumin levels give insights into the liver's ability to make proteins. Understanding these levels can help diagnose liver diseases early and monitor treatment effectiveness.

Who should consider this test?

It's particularly useful for individuals on medications that may affect the liver, those with viral hepatitis, symptoms of chronic liver disease, risk factors for liver disease (including lifestyle factors leading to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease), or a family history of liver conditions.

Understanding Your Results

Each component of this panel provides specific insights into liver health, helping in the diagnosis and management of liver diseases. Abnormal results may require further testing for a definitive diagnosis. It's important to discuss your results with your healthcare provider, who will consider them in the context of your overall health and medical history.

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) An enzyme found mainly in the liver and bones. High levels can signal liver disease, bile duct blockage, or bone conditions.
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) A liver enzyme released into the blood when liver cells are damaged. One of the main markers used to screen for liver inflammation or injury.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) An enzyme found in the liver, heart, and muscles. Elevated levels can point to liver damage, though it's less liver-specific than ALT.
Albumin The main protein made by your liver, which helps balance fluids and carries hormones, vitamins, and medications through your blood. Low levels can point to liver, kidney, or nutrition issues.
Direct Bilirubin The form of bilirubin already processed by your liver. Elevated levels point toward a liver or bile-duct problem rather than red blood cell breakdown.
Indirect Bilirubin The form of bilirubin not yet processed by your liver, produced from the normal breakdown of red blood cells. Elevated levels can point to increased red blood cell breakdown or a liver processing problem.
Total Bilirubin The combined level of both processed and unprocessed bilirubin in your blood, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown. Used to evaluate liver function and jaundice.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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