Liver Function Blood Test
£69
Test Overview
What is the Liver Function Blood Test?
Our Liver Function Blood Test assesses how well your liver is working by measuring key enzymes and proteins in your blood.
This test is ideal if you:
- Want to check your liver health
- Drink alcohol regularly
- Have concerns about diet or lifestyle
- Have a history of liver-related conditions
- Want reassurance about your overall wellbeing
It’s also suitable as part of a general health check, as liver issues can develop without obvious symptoms.
Your liver plays a vital role in processing nutrients, removing toxins, and supporting many essential functions within the body.
This test measures specific enzymes and proteins that can indicate how well your liver is functioning and whether there may be signs of inflammation or damage.
Changes in these markers may be linked to:
- Alcohol consumption
- Diet and lifestyle factors
- Infection (such as hepatitis)
- Other underlying health conditions
Early detection is key, as liver problems can progress gradually without noticeable symptoms.
This test measures 6 biomarkers across 1 category:
- Liver (6 biomarkers)
- Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
- Albumin
- Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
- Gamma GT (GGT)
- Total Bilirubin
- Total Protein
These markers provide a clear overview of liver function and overall metabolic health.
- You must be 18 years or over to take this test
- No fasting is required
- Avoid alcohol for at least 72 hours before your test for the most accurate results
What biomarkers do we test?
- Albumin: Albumin helps maintain fluid balance and transport substances in the blood.
- ALT: ALT is an enzyme found mainly in the liver. Elevated levels may indicate inflammation or damage to liver cells.
- ALP: ALP is associated with liver and bile ducts. Elevated levels may indicate issues with bile flow or liver function.
- GGT: GGT is an enzyme associated with liver function and may indicate liver stress or alcohol-related effects.
- Bilirubin: Bilirubin is a waste product processed by the liver. Elevated levels may indicate liver or bile duct issues.
- Total Protein: Total protein reflects liver function and overall health.
More Information
The liver is responsible for a wide range of functions, including:
- Converting food into energy
- Removing waste and toxins
- Supporting hormone balance
Elevated enzyme levels may indicate inflammation or stress on the liver, while changes in protein levels can reflect how well the liver is performing its normal functions.
This test is particularly useful if you want to monitor your liver health over time or identify potential issues early.
Please let us know prior to your appointment if any of the following:
• You have a disability
• You have any allergies that we should be aware of
• You have a medical condition that we need to be made aware of
• If you do not speak and/or read and understand English
• Anything else we should be made aware of
Do not book an appointment if either of the following apply to you:
You are under the age of 18 as we have a strict over 18 policy (We may need to ask for proof of age and ask to see ID prior to your appointment)
Please be aware:
Some people may feel dizzy and/or faint during and after their blood draw. If this has happened to you in the past, please tell the person carrying out the test so they are aware. The maximum attempts that are permitted with your consent will be two blood draw attempts. It is common to have a small amount of bruising after the procedure. This is normal and should resolve after a few days. However, if the area becomes red or swollen, please seek medical advice. Its fine to bring someone with you for support.