what’s the difference?

[Trr1985]

Hi all,

I’m due to have blood taken tomorrow for a liver screen test, I’ve already had a liver function test last week.

What’s the difference between liver screen and liver function test?

[Aotea2012]

It could be AFP which is a screen for liver cancer. My regular blood monitoring includes Full Blood count, INR, Liver function tests, AFP, kidney function tests.

[Trr1985 in reply to Aotea2012]

Thanks for that

I’ve just last week had full bloods and liver function test

[Roy1955]

Possibly ELF (extended liver fibrosis) test.

The result of that will identify the extent of scarring and if "fatty liver" has progressed to cirrhosis.

Next step probably a fibroscan.

Treatment.

Quit alcohol and lose weight.