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Hepatic Function Panel without Total Protein
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Hepatic Function Panel without Total Protein
Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
Hepatic Function Panel without Total Protein
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 ResultsEach 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.
What type of sample is required for this test?2 mL serum.
Additional test information
The Hepatic Function 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).
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Serum
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Serum. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
Hepatic Function Panel without Total Protein
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 ResultsEach 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.
What type of sample is required for this test?2 mL serum.
Additional details
The Hepatic Function 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).
Highlighted health areas
- Liver/Gallbladder
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Bilirubin (Indirect)
- Direct Bilirubin
- Total Bilirubin
- Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
- Albumin
- Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)
- Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)