What is a Liver Function Test?

Liver Function Tests (LFTs) are a group of blood tests that measure enzymes and proteins produced by the liver. They help us assess liver health and function, and can detect liver disease, damage, or inflammation. At Mayfield Clinic Edgeware, our private GPs use LFTs as part of a broader assessment if you experience abdominal pain, persistent fatigue, or have risk factors such as regular alcohol consumption or certain medications that could affect liver health.

Why choose a private liver function check in Edgeware? A private LFT can provide rapid results and a personalised plan, with same-week GP review and clear next steps if any abnormalities are found. For context, you can also learn more about our broader Blood tests in Edgeware here.

What you might expect from the test includes a simple blood draw, reasonable fasting time if advised, and a discussion with your GP about what the results mean for your health and any potential follow-up or lifestyle changes.

Public health guidance from NHS UK advice emphasises that liver disease can be serious but is often preventable and manageable with early detection. Our private GPs at Mayfield Clinic Edgeware can help you interpret LFT results, discuss potential causes, and guide treatment or lifestyle adjustments as needed. LFTs are used to screen for damage and to monitor ongoing conditions such as fatty liver disease or hepatitis.

Private GPs use LFTs to assess your liver’s health, screen for damage, and guide treatment for conditions like fatty liver or hepatitis.