The Hepatic Function screens for the following:
- Alanine Amino Transferase (ALT): An enzyme produced by the liver which is typically elevated in cases of liver damage.
- Aspartate Amino Transferase (AST): A liver enzyme which is typically elevated in cases of liver damage or Hepatitis.
- Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): An enzyme found in the liver and bones which is increased when there is liver or bone damage.
- Protein, Total: A measure of albumin and all other proteins on the blood.
- Albumin: The main protein produced by the liver.
- Bilirubin, Total: Helps to identify conditions such as anemia , sickle cell, hepatitis, cirrhosis, alcohol and drug abuse.
- Bilirubin Direct: Used in conjunction with Total Bilirubin to aid in the diagnosis of liver disorders.