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Top Abnormal Liver Function Studies - Dr. Scott
Abnormal tests of liver functioning show the dispose liver enzyme or bilirubin levels that show that liver can be impaired. Diagnosis and treatment are guided by testing (ICD-10 R94.5). Dr. Scott will provide the analysis and personalized treatment at GastroDoxs in Houston, to cure your liver. Would you have it formatted to your Web site or to Katy or Cypress localities?
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
What Are Abnormal Liver Function Test Results?
The result of a malfunctioning liver activity means that the blood tests will identify an abnormal level of enzymes or bilirubin in the liver. These are tests done in order to check how your liver is functioning. The ICD-10 coding of such a finding is R94.5 and tends to result in further evaluation.
Common Causes and Risk Factors
Fatty liver disease (nonalcoholic or alcoholic)
Viral hepatitis A, B, or C
Alcohol abuse.
There are certain medications (statins, high dose acetaminophen)
Obstruction or gallstones of the bile duct.
Metabolic diseases (hemochromatosis, Wilson disease)
Diabetes type 2, metabolic syndrome, obesity.
History of liver disease in the family.
Signs and Symptoms
Often none in early stages
Fatigue or general weakness
Jaundice (yellowishness of the skin, or of the eyes)
The abdominal pain or fullness in the upper right or fullness.
Dark-brown or pale-white stools.
Itchy skin (pruritus)
Fulled legs or stomach (advanced disease)
Nausea, loss of appetite
How Dr. Scott Diagnoses This Condition?
Dr. Scott uses a step-by-step approach:
Medical History and Exam
The symptoms he studies, in specific how the presence of pain or discomfort in the epigastric area is, are risk factors, such as alcohol intake, medication history, and metabolic illness.
Blood Tests
He orders a complete liver profile (ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, albumin) to distinguish liver injury and other sources of epigastric pain.
Imaging Studies
The liver echotexture, gallbladder stones and biliary dilation are tested using the Abdominal ultrasound.
To measure fibrosis or steatosis, fibroScan or elastography tests are the techniques applied in order to determine the liver stiffness.
CT scan/ MRI provide minute details in case there is suspicion of mass lesions, pancreatitis or complex pancreatic biliary pathology.
Advanced Testing (if needed)
In case inconclusive non-invasive tests are done, Dr. Scott can order liver biopsy test as a test to ascertain the presence of inflammation or fibrosis, or an upper endoscopy as a test to ascertain the presence of peptic ulcers and other causes of the persistent epigastric pain
Treatment
Our Team offers a full range of care for fatty liver disease.
1. Lifestyle and Diet Modifications
Personalized nutrition to reduce sugar and unhealthy fats.
Fitness exercises that will help in a slow weight loss.
Diet and fitness guidelines on the methods of lowering liver enzymes.
2. Medications
We are complying with the new FDA fatty liver ailment protocols.
It can be prescribed with prescription of an approved FDA-approved drug which reduces inflammation or controls cholesterol levels.
3. Minimally Invasive or Advanced Procedures
FibroScan of non surgical monitoring.
Clinical trials New treatments of NASH or MASH liver disease.
Advanced scarring (on a case-to-case basis) Endoscopic treatment.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes a fatty liver?
Fat is usually accumulated in the liver due to the poor diet or obesity, diabetes or some medications.
How should I lower my liver enzymes?
Balance the diet, exercise and do not over drink alcohol. Dr. Liu creates a program which can help you to lower liver enzymes.
Does hepatic echogenicity on tests?
The changes in the liver echogenicity could be measured without surgery by the use of a fatty liver ultrasound or FibroScan.
Is there a drug to fatty liver disease?
Yes. In case of the ineffectiveness of lifestyle change, we turn to medications which are approved by the FDA to treat fatty liver disease.
What is the Life Expectancy of the Nash liver disease?
It varies by stage. Your personal prognosis will be explained to you by Dr. Liu. Early NASH can be treated using dietary and physical means.
Do I need a biopsy?
Most patients avoid biopsy. We rely on blood tests, imaging, and non-invasive scans unless advanced disease is suspected.
Take charge of your liver health. Book a visit with Dr. Scott at GastroDoxs in Houston. Get answers, a clear plan, and the care you deserve.
