LIVER FUNCTION EXAMINATION
A laboratory examination conducted to assess the health and performance of the liver in carrying out metabolic functions, detoxification, and the production of essential substances for the body.
Aspartate Aminotransferase
(AST / SGOT)
AST is an enzyme related to liver and muscle function. Helps assess liver cell damage or muscle disorders.
Direct Bilirubin
Direct bilirubin laboratory testing measures bilirubin processed by the liver and helps evaluate liver and bile duct disorders.
Alanine Aminotransferase
(ALT / SGPT)
ALT is a liver-specific enzyme used to assess liver function and damage.
Indirect Bilirubin
Indirect bilirubin laboratory testing measures bilirubin not yet processed by the liver and helps diagnose hemolytic anemia and bilirubin metabolism disorders.
Total Bilirubin
Total bilirubin laboratory testing measures total bilirubin levels in blood. Helps detect liver dysfunction and jaundice.