Abstract
Interpretation of abnormalities in liver function tests is a common problem faced by clinicians. This has become more common with the introduction of automated routine laboratory testing. Not all persons with one or more abnormalities in these tests actually have liver disease. The various biochemical tests, their pathophysiology, and an approach to the interpretation of abnormal liver function tests are discussed in this review.
MeSH terms
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Alkaline Phosphatase / metabolism
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Bilirubin / blood
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Blood Coagulation Tests
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Hemochromatosis / diagnosis
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Hepatitis, Autoimmune / diagnosis
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Hepatolenticular Degeneration / diagnosis
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Humans
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Liver Diseases / diagnosis*
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Liver Function Tests
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Medical History Taking
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Physical Examination
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Steatitis / diagnosis
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Transaminases / metabolism
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gamma-Glutamyltransferase / metabolism
Substances
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gamma-Glutamyltransferase
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Transaminases
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Alkaline Phosphatase
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Bilirubin