44. SELECTED ENZYME TESTS
Introduction: The measurement of serum enzyme activity is one of the most valuable tools in diagnosing and managing liver diseases. Enzyme tests help identify tissue injury, evaluate liver function, and…
43. TESTS BASED UPON ABNORMALITIES OF SERUM PROTEINS
Introduction: The liver is the primary site for the synthesis of most plasma proteins, except for the gamma globulins, which are produced by lymphocytes and plasma cells. Therefore, the analysis…
42. DYE TESTS OF EXCRETORY FUNCTION
Introduction: The liver plays a vital role in excretory function, eliminating substances such as bilirubin and various dyes or drugs through the same metabolic pathways. Dye tests were traditionally used…
41. TEST FOR HEPATIC FUNCTION
Introduction: The liver performs a wide range of metabolic and excretory functions essential for maintaining body homeostasis. Several biochemical tests are available to assess hepatic function, including estimation of serum…
40. TEST FOR HEPATIC DYSFUNCTION
Introduction: Hepatic dysfunction refers to the impaired ability of the liver to perform its normal metabolic, synthetic, and excretory functions. Liver diseases can alter various biochemical pathways, affecting the metabolism…