ve just had a liver function test and been told the results are abnormal, what does this mean?
Blood tests, referred to as LFTs, are often ordered by your GP to look for whether you have increased levels of certain enzymes that might indicate a problem with your liver. There are many reasons why you have abnormal results. There is no need to be alarmed, as it is quite common to have an abnormal LFT. Your doctor will probably order further tests to get a fuller picture of your liver health before reaching a conclusion. —Back to Top— Ive been told I have a liver disease. What has caused it? There are many causes of liver disease. Drinking too much alcohol, usually over many years, is the single largest cause. There are also viruses that damage the liver; the most important are the blood-borne viruses’ hepatitis B and C. Some people lay down fat cells in their liver, often connected with being overweight or having diabetes. Other people carry genetic or autoimmune conditions that can lead to liver damage. It is also possible to can suffer adverse reactions to medicines or drugs
