Liver health checks are an essential part of health care to keep the body healthy. These tests include a series of tests and analyses that assess liver function and detect potential problems. The liver plays a vital role in purifying the blood, removing toxins, producing bile, and storing energy. Through liver tests, chronic diseases such as fibrosis, hepatitis C and fatty liver screenings can be identified, contributing to early diagnosis and prevention of serious complications.

Fal Medical Laboratories is your perfect choice as the best laboratory in Riyadh, as it offers comprehensive tests to analyze liver function and analyze liver enzymes with the latest technology under the supervision of experienced specialists, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

Liver test details

The following tests are needed for liver function analysis, liver enzyme analysis and cirrhosis tests:

Aspartate Amine Transporter Enzyme (AST)

The enzyme amino transporter aspartate, an enzyme that breaks down amino acids, is often found in the blood at low levels. Increased levels of this enzyme in the blood indicate liver damage, injury, or muscle effects. The AST enzyme in the blood is associated with diseases such as:

  • viral hepatitis.
  • and cirrhosis.
  • and non-alcoholic fatty liver.

Alanine Amine Transporter Enzyme (ALT)

Alanine aminotransferase enzyme, an enzyme found in the liver, converts proteins into energy used by liver cells. When the liver is damaged, the amine transporter enzyme releases alanine into the blood, causing its levels to rise. High ALT in the blood may be associated with diseases such as:

  • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
  • Hepatitis.
  • Thyroid problems and diseases.
  • Liver cancer.
  • cirrhosis.

Gamma Glutamyl Peptide Transporter Enzyme (GGT)

The enzyme gamma glutamyl peptide transporter, which is found in the blood, is used to diagnose and detect liver diseases, as its high levels are associated with liver damage or bile duct obstruction.

GGT analysis is also used to determine the cause of the high alkaline phosphatase analysis, where the high GGT analysis of alkaline phosphatase is indicative of liver or bile duct disease, while the alkali phosphatase analysis is only elevated in cases of bone diseases.

Alkaline phosphatase enzyme

Alkaline phosphatase, which is found in the liver and bones, plays an important role in breaking down proteins. Its high levels indicate liver damage or disease, such as obstruction of the bile ducts or certain bone diseases, because it is also present in the bones.

Total Bilirubin Analysis

Bilirubin analysis is one of a series of tests performed to analyze liver function.

Bilirubin analysis leads to:

  • Diagnosis of jaundice
  • Detecting a blockage in the bile ducts
  • Detect liver diseases, such as hepatitis, and monitor disease progression.

Direct Bilirubin Analysis

A direct bilirubin test is a test that measures the level of direct bilirubin in the blood. Direct bilirubin is the part of bilirubin that directly binds to globulins, and its level can rise in conditions such as bile duct obstruction or cirrhosis. This test is used to diagnose conditions that include jaundice and liver problems.

Indirect bilirubin analysis

An indirect bilirubin analysis is a test used to measure the level of indirect bilirubin in the blood. Indirect bilirubin is the unbound form of bilirubin, produced when the liver breaks down hemoglobin. An elevated indirect bilirubin level may indicate liver problems or a blockage in the bile ducts. This test is used to evaluate conditions that involve high bilirubin levels, such as jaundice and liver disease.

Liver health checkup steps

  • Fasting for 6-8 hours before performing liver function tests, due to the effect of certain foods and medications on the level of liver enzymes. However, water intake is allowed during this period.
  • Go to the lab on time.
  • Blood sample collection: A small sample of blood is drawn from a vein in your arm and transferred to a test tube.
  • Analysis of the blood sample by specialized technicians in the laboratory using the appropriate equipment.
  • Discussion of results: The results of liver tests are discussed in detail to clarify what they mean and what the next steps are based on the results.

Receiving the results of Fal Medical Laboratories

You can receive the results of your liver health tests by visiting Val Medical Laboratories or by sending a text message to your registered number in Arabic or English.