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Hepatic Function Panel
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Hepatic Function Panel
Access Labcorp Draw · Access Medical Labs · Quest DiagnosticsWhat this laboratory test evaluates
Hepatic Function Panel
This test is crucial for assessing liver injury, diagnosing liver diseases, and monitoring the treatment of liver diseases as well as the adverse effects of drugs that may harm the liver. It checks for levels of total protein, albumin, globulin, albumin/globulin ratio, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase (ALP), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and alanine aminotransferase (ALT).
ALT, AST, ALP, and bilirubin levels can indicate liver injury. ALT is more specific to the liver compared to AST. High levels of ALT and AST suggest liver cell injury, while high ALP and bilirubin levels suggest bile duct issues. High direct bilirubin levels can point to liver or bile duct problems. Albumin levels can show how well the liver is making proteins, which is a sign of its overall health.
This test is especially useful for people taking medications that might harm the liver, those with viral hepatitis, signs of chronic liver disease, risk factors for liver disease, or a family history of liver issues.
Understanding the results of each component can help in diagnosing specific liver conditions. Sometimes, further tests may be needed to clarify the results.
It's important to remember that liver enzymes show liver injury, not how well the liver is functioning. Tests like bilirubin, albumin, and prothrombin time can give a better picture of the liver's health.
Results should be viewed in the context of your overall health and history.
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum.
Test Resources:
https://www.questdiagnostics.com/healthcare-professionals/clinical-education-center/faq/faq290
Additional test information
Hepatic Function Panel – This test is crucial for assessing liver injury, diagnosing liver diseases, and monitoring the treatment of liver diseases as well as the adverse effects of drugs that may harm the liver. It checks for levels of total protein, albumin, globulin, albumin/globulin ratio, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubin, 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.
About this test
Hepatic Function Panel
This test is crucial for assessing liver injury, diagnosing liver diseases, and monitoring the treatment of liver diseases as well as the adverse effects of drugs that may harm the liver. It checks for levels of total protein, albumin, globulin, albumin/globulin ratio, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase (ALP), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and alanine aminotransferase (ALT).
ALT, AST, ALP, and bilirubin levels can indicate liver injury. ALT is more specific to the liver compared to AST. High levels of ALT and AST suggest liver cell injury, while high ALP and bilirubin levels suggest bile duct issues. High direct bilirubin levels can point to liver or bile duct problems. Albumin levels can show how well the liver is making proteins, which is a sign of its overall health.
This test is especially useful for people taking medications that might harm the liver, those with viral hepatitis, signs of chronic liver disease, risk factors for liver disease, or a family history of liver issues.
Understanding the results of each component can help in diagnosing specific liver conditions. Sometimes, further tests may be needed to clarify the results.
It's important to remember that liver enzymes show liver injury, not how well the liver is functioning. Tests like bilirubin, albumin, and prothrombin time can give a better picture of the liver's health.
Results should be viewed in the context of your overall health and history.
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum.
Test Resources:
https://www.questdiagnostics.com/healthcare-professionals/clinical-education-center/faq/faq290
Additional details
Hepatic Function Panel - This test is crucial for assessing liver injury, diagnosing liver diseases, and monitoring the treatment of liver diseases as well as the adverse effects of drugs that may harm the liver. It checks for levels of total protein, albumin, globulin, albumin/globulin ratio, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubin, 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
- Albumin/Globulin Ratio
- Total Bilirubin
- Globulin (Calculated)
- Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
- Albumin
- Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)
- Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
- Protein, Total