July 28th is celebrated as World Hepatitis Day to step up the National and International efforts on hepatitis, encourage actions and any engagement by the individuals, partners and public.
Importance of Liver : One of our body's most important organs is the liver. In order to maintain our general health and wellbeing, it is essential.
The liver is in charge of numerous vital processes, including the following:
- Detoxification of harmful compounds
- Production of bile for digestion
- Blood sugar regulation
Anatomy of Liver and Liver Functions
Anatomy : The liver is a large, wedge-shaped organ that is located in the upper right section of the abdomen (belly). It stands out due to its weight (adults weigh about 1.5 kg), making it the largest internal organ in the human body. It is separated anatomically into eight segments, each of which has a unique biliary drainage system and blood circulation system.
Liver Functions : The liver is an essential organ that carries out a variety of vital tasks that keep our bodies functioning properly. In addition to producing bile for digesting and detoxifying harmful compounds, it plays a part in the following:
- Blood Glucose Regulation
- Cholesterol Synthesis
- Nutrition Storage
Key Facts on Liver Diseases
- The blood microorganisms can be eliminated by the liver.
- Liver has Kupffer cells that have the ability to absorb and eliminate the viruses, bacteria, and other dangerous particles.
- Mental health and the liver relation: New research indicates that the liver may have an impact on mental health. Toxins such as ammonia must be removed from the bloodstream by the liver.
- Toxins can build up in the body and impact brain function when the liver isn't working properly.
Types of Liver Diseases
Hepatitis
The definition of hepatitis is liver inflammation. It is called viral hepatitis when the virus that is causing the inflammation is the cause. Liver damage from hepatitis might make it harder for your liver to do its normal job.
The majority of viral hepatitis strains are communicable and transmissible, but you can lower your risk by receiving the type A and B vaccines The various types of Hepatitis are as follows:
Fatty Liver Disease
Fatty liver disease can result from an accumulation of fat in the liver.
There are two kinds of liver disease that are fatty.
Heavy alcohol usage is the cause of alcoholic fatty liver disease; other variables can also induce nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
Genetic Disorders
The liver can also be impacted by a number of hereditary disorders that you receive from one of your parents:
- Your body stores more iron than it requires if you have Hemochromatosis. Your liver is one of the organs that still have this iron. If left unmanaged, this could cause harm over an extended period of time.
- In Wilson's Disease, copper is absorbed by the liver rather than being released into the bile ducts.
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is the result of your liver's inability to produce enough of this protein, which helps keep your body's enzymes from breaking down. Both liver and lung damage may result from this syndrome. Although there isn't a cure, medication can help.
Drug Induced Liver Disease
According to a 2019 study, over exposure to some medications and supplements may harm your liver. Reversing this damage is often possible if you stop using the medicine.
Autoimmune Diseases
Note: In this disease, your immune system starts attacking healthy cells in your body by mistake is known as an autoimmune disorder.
In a number of autoimmune diseases, the immune system targets the cells in your liver, such as:
- PBC or Primary Biliary Cirrhosis. This happens as a result of bile building up in your liver due to damage to the bile ducts. Liver failure and cirrhosis may ultimately result from PBC.
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis: The bile ducts in your body gradually deteriorate due to this inflammatory disease. Eventually, they clog up and your liver fills with accumulated bile. Liver failure or cirrhosis may result from this.
Liver Cirrhosis
Scarring from the causes of liver damage, such as alcohol use disorder. If there is Cystic fibrosis or if patients are suffering from syphilis. Many-a times, this would lead to liver damage eventually leading to cirrhosis.
The liver regenerates in response to any damage, but this would lead to development of the scar tissue. More the scar tissue develops further, the more difficult it becomes for the liver to work well.
Chronic liver failure Is seen to happen, when a significant part of the liver is damaged and is unable to function well. In general, the liver failure is related to the liver disease and subsequently cirrhosis takes place.
The symptoms seen here is as follows:
- Jaundice
- Weakness
- Confusion
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Nausea
Causes of Liver Diseases
There are multiple causes of liver diseases and disorders. Some of them are as follows:
- Viral Infections- eg.Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C
- Biliary Stasis
- Inherited Metabolic Disorders
- Alcohol-Induced Hepatitis
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Toxic Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Diseases
Risk Factors of Liver Diseases
There are multiple risk factors for developing Liver Diseases. Some of them are as follows:
- Drink Heavy Alcohol
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Intravenous Drugs
- Aspirin or Acetaminophen ( Pain Killers)
- Exposure To Toxic Chemicals
Diagnosis of Liver Diseases
- Blood tests- Liver function tests (LFT) can show the signs of your liver disease assess the liver disease severity and understand your liver failure.
- Moreover, it can measure the liver products such as: Liver Enzymes, Proteins and Bilirubin Levels in the bloodstream.
- Blood tests might also be useful and indicates any inflammation, any specific diseases or any potential side effects, example- Reduced Blood Clotting.
Other name of Liver Function is Hepatic Function Test
Apart from this, other tests that are conducted here are as follows:
- Imaging Techniques: CT scan, USG Abdomen, MRI abdomen
- Endoscopy: EUS or ERCP
- Nuclear Imaging Tests: Liver and Spleen Scan
- Liver Biopsy
Guidelines to follow before, during and after the Liver Diseases Tests
Here are some guidelines an individual can refer to once they have decided to undergo LFT Test in Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Cente
The required documents needed for this test includes your valid government ID and an appropriate Doctor’s prescription.
A. Before the test
- Nothing Specific to prepare for Liver Disease test in advance.
- Usually, Fasting is required for a few hours (8-12 hours) before the test.
- Consumption of water is permissible during the fasting period.
B. During the Test
- During the blood test, the doctor would take the blood sample from the vein in your arm, using the small needle.
- Then, a small amount of blood would be drawn and collected into the corresponding test tube or the vial.
- You might feel a little sting when the needle pricks or while it is being removed. This would usually take less than even five minutes.
C. After the Test
There would be slight tenderness at the injection site without any major concern. This patient is expected to get back to their daily life immediately.
For Free Consultation from the Doctor
Contact- Dr. Ravin Sharma, (MBBS, MD in Radiology)
Available: 24*7*365
Phone Number: +919212125996
Why Ganesh diagnostic and Imaging Centre should be your preference to for understanding your Liver Diseases?
Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre has a long history of offering its patients exceptional service and attention. Years' worth of happy patients in thousands!
Since 2001, it has grown to be a recognized and well-established diagnostic facility.
Their excellence is backed by NABH and NABL Accreditations.
NABH accreditation is proof of highest standard of care and service provided to the patients. NABL accreditation reflects the competency of laboratories and equipment based on some national and international standards.
Test report is available digitally too.
Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre is a one-stop solution for getting all kinds of tests done, as all services are available under one roof.
The aim of GDIC is to provide world’s finest technology at the lowest price and Free Home Sample Collection Facility.
The rates of scans are reasonably priced. Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre also offer FLAT 50% OFF on many tests.
We also provide- Free Home Sample Collection, Free Ambulance Service an d Free Consultation from the Doctor itself.
Some of the Blood Tests for assessing your Liver Diseases Conducted at Ganesh Diagnostic are as follows:
- Liver Function Test (LFT)
- SGOT (AST)
- SGPT (ALT)
- GDIC Liver Function Test Package-1
- Fatty Liver Index
- Autoimmune Liver Disease Profile - 1
- Liver and Kidney Panel
Cost of Liver Function in Delhi
The Liver Function costs vary by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.
There are multiple tests that are done to monitor any Kidney Disease.
So get your Liver Profile and other related Liver Diseases Tests done your nearest Ganesh Diagnostic Center.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the normal LFT values?
The Standard (Normal) range of your blood tests results for the typical liver function tests include the following:
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What does a liver disease rash look like?
The Skin rash is known to be a usual symptom of your hepatitis C, which in general, has the potential to infect and damage the liver. In general, the Hepatitis C rash is known to be red and itchy, and even with swelling at times. The hepatitis C rash looks like an allergic reaction.
Your Liver disease will progress through the four stages. These are as follows:
- Cirrhosis
- Inflammation
- Fibrosis
- Liver Failure
How do you prevent liver disease?
Some of the liver diseases would be avoided by adopting a healthy lifestyle. The habits that would protect your liver health are as follows:
- Minimizing Alcohol Use
- Eating Balanced Diet
- Regular Exercise
- Weight Maintenance
Note from Ganesh Diagnostic & Imaging Center
Early checkups are always better than delayed ones. Safety, precaution and care are depicted in the several health checkups at our center.
Here, at Ganesh Diagnostic and Imagining Center, we present simple and comprehensive health packages for any kind of testing to ensure the early prescribed treatment to safeguard your health.
So, visit us at the earliest to ensure good health and to maintain an active immune system.
