Medical articles of Liver function tests

04/11/2025
Dr Hal Brindley
Hepatologist and Consultant gastroenterologist
Understanding your liver tests: What do abnormal results really mean?
Liver tests, often called liver function tests (LFTs), are common blood tests used to check how well your liver is working. The liver plays an essential role in filtering toxins, processing nutrients and supporting digestion. When a test result comes back abnormal, it can cause worry, but it does not always mean there is serious liver disease.
29/09/2023
Dr Marek Czajkowski
Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
Liver disease: Warning signs and the importance of lifestyle changes in treatment
As respected consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist Dr Marek Czajkowski explains, liver disease can often be asymptomatic but there are key warning signs to be aware of. Learn more in this informative guide to liver disease.
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25/11/2020
Dr Vikram Sharma
Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
Liver function tests: what are they looking for?
If your doctor has referred you to see a specialist for liver function tests, it means that they want to check whether you are at risk of liver disease. We spoke to one of our leading hepatologists Dr Vikram Sharma about what blood the tests are looking for exactly and what the results might mean.
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14/11/2017
Professor Kevin Peter Moore
Hepatology
Why see a hepatologist (liver specialist)?
The liver is estimated to perform 500+ vital functions in the body. If your doctor suspects you may be having a problem with your liver, they may refer you to a specialist called a hepatologist. Professor Kevin Moore explains what a liver specialist does, & the kinds of patient he is able to see.
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11/04/2017
Dr Aathavan Loganayagam
Gastroenterologist
How to prevent liver disease
The liver is essential for digesting food and removing toxic substances from the body to prevent liver diseases such as hepatitis A, B, C and cirrhosis. Consultant gastroenterologist Dr Aathavan Loganayagam advises on a healthy lifestyle to prevent liver disease.
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