What Is Cirrhosis Of The Liver?
4. How Is Cirrhosis Diagnosed?
Many people do not realize they have a liver condition until they go in for a routine checkup. When a person visits a physician, the doctor will ask about alcohol use and medical history. He or she will then perform an examination, which includes feeling the liver for tenderness or enlargement. If the doctor suspects cirrhosis, he or she will order tests.
A blood test is the most efficient way to detect a liver problem. A blood test will check for signs of liver malfunction, such as low levels of protein in the blood, high levels of liver enzymes, viral infections, abnormal blood count, bilirubin build up and antibodies that indicate an autoimmune disorder. A doctor may also order imaging tests.
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