Interpreting LFTs Flashcards
1
Q
Should they be called LFTs?
A
Not really they should be called liver tests because the bilirubin, AST and ALT aren’t really a test of function
2
Q
Which infection can be hidden in LFTs?
A
Hepatitis C
3
Q
Elevated LFTs can give which common diseases?
A
NAFLD Autoimmune hepatitis Wilson's disease Haemochromotosis Viral Hepatitis Alcoholic liver disease
4
Q
What test do you order for Wilson’s disease?
A
Ceroluplasmin (low in wilson’s disease)
5
Q
What test do you do for haemochromatosis?
A
Ferritin
6
Q
If the ALT/AST reaches over 1000 what are the most likely?
A
Paracetamol overdose
Hepatits
Shock
