Liver Tests | Liver Disease Detection and Diagnosis

Liver Biopsy

A liver biopsy is an invasive procedure used to collect a sample of liver tissue for analysis. It is regarded as one of the most effective methods for diagnosing liver problems. Liver biopsies are often performed...

Physical Examination

Having an annual routine physical examination is a good idea even if you aren't experiencing any discomfort in your body. If you notice any changes in your body it is especially important to seek medical care....

Viral Hepatitis Blood Tests

There are a variety of different tests used to diagnose liver problems. For those concerned or at risk for hepatitis, a doctor will perform blood tests to check for a virus. Below you can find information...

Other Liver Tests

Other liver tests that doctors use to diagnose a liver problem include: the Fibrosure® test (a reliable alternative to a liver biopsy, and for autoimmune liver diseases: the antinuclear antibody (ANA) test, the anti-smooth muscle antibody (Anti-SMA)...

Liver Function Test

A series of blood tests called a liver function test (LFT) can help diagnose and gauge liver damage or disease in the body. A liver function test assesses liver performance. This is measured by detecting specific...

Diagnostic Imaging

Diagnostic Imaging(Imaging Tests, Medical Imaging) Diagnostic Imaging tests are a collection of diagnostic methods that allow doctors to examine your internal organs and tissues noninvasively. Diagnostic imaging uses imaging technology to view the inside of the...

Complete Blood Count

Often, a complete blood count (CBC), test is the first test a doctor performs to assess a patient's overall health. CBC tests are very common and can indicate abnormalities in the blood or in any particular...

Blood Test Procedure

What to Expect: The Blood Test Procedure To give blood for testing, you will sit in a chair or lie down and place your arm in a slightly raised armrest. The blood test procedure is a...