How do I know if my liver is OK?

Last updated on March 28th, 2024 at 11:45 am

Liver tests are important tools used to check the health of your liver. They can help detect problems early, before they cause serious damage. Liver tests can also be used to monitor the progress of a liver disease and to see if treatment is working.

There are two main types of liver tests: liver function tests and liver enzymes tests.

Liver function tests check how well the liver is working. These tests look at the levels of certain substances in the blood, including proteins, bilirubin, and enzymes.

Liver enzymes tests check for levels of enzymes that are released into the blood when the liver is damaged. Enzymes are proteins that help chemical reactions in our body.

Liver function tests are often done as part of a routine physical exam. Liver enzymes tests may be done if liver function tests are abnormal or if there is a reason to suspect liver damage.

If you have a liver disease, it is important to get liver function tests and liver enzymes tests on a regular basis to check the status of your disease and see how well your liver is working.

There are a few things that can give you an indication of whether or not your liver is functioning properly. First, you can look at your skin. If your skin is yellow, it could be a sign of liver damage.

Second, you can look at your urine. If your urine is dark, it could be a sign of liver damage.

Third, you can look at your stool. If your stool is light in color, it could be a sign of liver damage.

Fourth, you can look at your energy levels. If you feel tired all the time, it could be a sign of liver damage.

Fifth, you can look at your appetite. If you have no appetite, it could be a sign of liver damage.

If you have any of these signs, it is important to see a doctor so that they can run some tests to see if your liver is damaged.