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Liver Function Test Report Explained

Understand SGPT/ALT, SGOT/AST, bilirubin, ALP, GGT, albumin, and liver report patterns.

Short answerLFT results can suggest liver stress, bile flow issues, infection, alcohol injury, fatty liver, or medicine effects.

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Key points

  • Mild elevations are common but should be interpreted.
  • Fatty liver is common in India.
  • Alcohol, viral hepatitis, and medicines matter.

Normal range context

Use the reference range printed on your lab report because ranges vary by age, sex, pregnancy, lab method, and medical history.

When to consult a doctor

  • Yellow eyes, dark urine, severe abdominal pain.
  • Very high enzymes or bilirubin.
  • Confusion, bleeding, or swelling.

Emergency warning signs

  • Severe pain, bleeding, breathlessness, fainting, confusion, or rapidly worsening symptoms.
  • Very abnormal lab values with symptoms.
  • Pregnancy, infants, elderly people, or serious existing illness with new symptoms.

What to do next

  • Avoid alcohol until reviewed.
  • List all medicines and supplements.
  • Ask about hepatitis tests and ultrasound if needed.

FAQs

Is Liver Function Test Report Explained a diagnosis?

No. This page is educational and cannot diagnose. A clinician must interpret readings with symptoms, history, medicines, and repeat testing.

Should I act on one reading only?

Usually no, unless there are emergency warning signs. Many values need repeat testing or trend review before decisions are made.

Which tool should I use next?

Use the is this normal checker on Ayuvaan for a quick educational check, then consult a doctor for persistent or severe abnormalities.

References

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Medical safety note: Ayuvaan tools are for education and screening support only. They do not diagnose, treat, or replace a doctor. Seek urgent care for severe symptoms, very high readings, pregnancy-related concerns, or sudden worsening.