A liver function test (LFT) is a group of blood tests to diagnose liver and biliary tract diseases.
These tests include -
- Prothrombin time (PT/INR)
- Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT)
- Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)
- Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)
- Gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT)
- Alanine transaminase (ALT) test
- L-lactate dehydrogenase (LD)
- Total protein
- Albumin
- Bilirubin (direct and indirect)
Other names - Liver panel, liver function panel, liver profile hepatic function panel, LFT
Test Type | Blood Test |
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Preparation | Fasting is required (not eat or drink) for 10-12 hours before the LFT test. |
Report | 24 to 36 hours |
Liver Function Test (LFT) Cost | Rs.350 to Rs.1500 approximately. |
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Normal liver function test Values
Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) | 8 to 48 U/L |
Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) | 40 to 129 U/L |
Albumin | 3.5 to 5.0 grams per deciliter (g/dL) |
Total protein | 6.3 to 7.9 g/dL |
Bilirubin | 0.1 to 1.2 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) |
Gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) | 8 to 61 U/L |
L-lactate dehydrogenase (LD) | 122 to 222 U/L |
Prothrombin time (PT/INR) | 9.4 to 12.5 seconds. |
Alanine transaminase (ALT) test | 7 to 55 units per liter (U/L) |
For any abnormal findings, you must consult a doctor.