Liver Disease

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Diagnosis

Diagnosis of liver disease usually begins with a medical history and physical examination. The physician often asks questions about the onset and severity of symptoms. During the physical exam, the physician often presses gently on the patient's abdomen to feel for enlargement of the liver and spleen.

If liver disease is suspected, a blood test called a liver panel (also called a liver function test or liver enzyme test) usually is performed. These tests measure levels of certai...Read the full article