Liver Function Test
Our liver function test is a cornerstone to assess your overall general health. Liver is the largest internal organ in your body and it is responsible for a plethora of functions.
Liver is the storage for glycogen, fat-soluble vitamins, iron, and copper, it activates enzymes, it is involved in the metabolism of protein, carbohydrates, cholesterol, hormones, drugs, bile production and more.
According to the British Liver Trust, deaths due to liver disease have increased by 400% since 1970. Every day, over 40 people die from liver disease in the UK. Liver disease is the third leading cause of premature death in the UK. Indeed, most people with liver disease die aged between 18 to 65 years.
Even if you don’t drink alcohol, it is important that you assess the health of your liver as alcohol-related liver disease accounts only for 60% of all liver disease
90% of liver disease is preventable, therefore, an early diagnose is essential. Three out of four people are currently diagnosed at a late stage when it is too late for lifestyle changes or intervention.
That’s why we recommend our liver function test for a variety of conditions.
As the health of your liver is essential for the normal functionality of your body, we included some of the markers of liver function test in:
What do we measure?
- Liver Health: Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Gamma- glutamyltransferase (GGT), Total Bilirubin, Albumin, Ferritin
How does it work?
Buy your test and we will contact you to book the appointment for sample collection.
How much does it cost?
£100
This fee includes a 1-hour session with our Nutritional Consultant, Dr Gregorio Torchia to discuss the results and to offer you general dietary recommendations.