Liver Function Test (LFT) in Nagpur - Price & Details

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Liver function tests serve several important purposes:

• They are primarily used to identify liver diseases, including conditions like hepatitis.
• These tests help healthcare providers assess the effectiveness of treatment for liver diseases, allowing them to gauge how well the treatment is working.
• Liver function tests are instrumental in determining the extent of liver damage or scarring due to diseases like cirrhosis.
• Different values and ratios of substances in these tests can provide insights into various aspects, such as whether you have liver inflammation (hepatitis) and, if so, whether it is alcohol-related or nonalcoholic (metabolic).
• These tests can help pinpoint whether the problem lies within the liver itself or in the bile ducts.
• They also help determine the degree of impairment in liver function or bile flow, if present.
• Function tests are valuable in monitoring the impact of medications on the liver, including the extent to which they affect liver function.
• It's crucial to note that atypical results in any of these liver tests typically necessitate further investigation to identify the underlying cause of these unusual findings.

The cost of a Liver Function Test (LFT) may fluctuate for various reasons. However, the typical price for an LFT at PharmEasy in Nagpur is in the range of INR 399 to INR 1199. If you're interested, you can also compare LFT prices in other major Indian cities.

It is important to get an LFT if your doctor prescribes it, some reasons for needing liver function testing can include:

Symptoms of Liver Disease: If you are experiencing symptoms like jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stool, or fatigue, these tests may be necessary.

Risk Factors: You might require these tests if you have specific risk factors, such as:

• A family history of liver disease
• An alcohol use disorder (struggling to control alcohol intake)
• Suspected exposure to a hepatitis virus
• Taking medications that can potentially harm the liver
• A history of liver disease, like fatty liver disease
• Certain Medical Conditions: Liver function testing may also be indicated if you have medical conditions like high triglycerides, diabetes, high blood pressure, anaemia, or if you frequently consume alcohol or have gallbladder disease.

The Liver Function Test is a simple blood test that doesn’t require fasting or any specific preparations. It’s advisable to inform your doctor in advance if you are taking any medications. Blood is typically drawn from a vein in your arm, and you can resume your normal activities immediately afterwards.

During the Liver Function Test (LFT)

Once scheduled, a skilled phlebotomist from PharmEasy Labs will arrive at your specified location and time. They'll collect your blood with precision using sterilized equipment, including a vein finder device. The blood is then safely stored in barcoded vials and transported in cooling containers to the lab for testing.

Certain enzyme levels are marginally higher in children, especially infants. Moreover, there may be a minimal difference in the normal LFT values between males and females.

The normal values, parameters, and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

If one or more biomarkers of the liver function test are abnormal, it might indicate liver damage or disease. Liver damage can be caused by various conditions such as hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, liver cancer, diabetes, liver cirrhosis or jaundice.

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Risks / Possible Complications

A Liver Function test is an oft-prescribed blood test with a very low risk of complications. Please seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Long-term bleeding from the puncture site
• Pain or swelling at the collection site

Limitations

• Machine or human errors may affect test results
• Markers may be misinterpreted