Your liver is like the silent CEO of your body. It works behind the scenes, 24/7, filtering toxins, processing food, balancing hormones, and producing proteins that keep you alive and active. And yet, we hardly pay attention to it — until something goes wrong.
That’s where a Liver Function Test (LFT) comes in. A simple blood test can reveal how well your liver is performing its duties. At Kaizen Diagnostic Centre, Kalwa, we often see people who had no symptoms at all but found early signs of liver trouble just through routine LFT.
In this blog, let’s break down everything you need to know:
What an LFT measures
Symptoms of liver problems
Who should get tested
The link between lifestyle, alcohol, and liver health
How Kaizen Diagnostic ensures accurate LFT reports
Why is Liver Health So Important?
Your liver is the largest internal organ in your body and performs over 500 functions. Some key roles include:
Detoxifying chemicals and alcohol
Producing bile to digest fats
Storing vitamins and minerals
Regulating blood sugar
Producing proteins needed for clotting
When the liver gets damaged, it doesn’t show symptoms immediately. That’s why doctors call it the “silent organ.” Regular testing is the only way to catch problems early.
What Does an LFT Measure?
An LFT is not just one test — it’s a group of tests that together show how well your liver is working. It typically includes:
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) – High levels indicate liver injury.
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) – Detects liver and muscle damage.
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) – High in bile duct issues or bone disease.
Bilirubin (Total & Direct) – High bilirubin can cause jaundice.
Albumin & Total Protein – Shows how well the liver makes essential proteins.
Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT) – High with alcohol or bile duct problems.
By checking these, doctors can detect conditions like hepatitis, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, or blockage in bile ducts.
Symptoms of Liver Problems You Shouldn’t Ignore
Most people ignore early liver issues thinking it’s just “weakness” or “gastric trouble.” But these symptoms may be red flags:
Constant tiredness or weakness
Yellowish skin or eyes (jaundice)
Swelling in legs or abdomen
Dark urine or pale stool
Loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting
Easy bruising or bleeding
Unexplained weight loss
If you see any of these, get an LFT done immediately.
Who Should Get a Liver Function Test?
You don’t need to wait for symptoms to check your liver. You should get tested if you:
Drink alcohol regularly
Are overweight or obese (risk of fatty liver)
Have diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension
Take medications that may affect the liver
Have a family history of liver disease
Have had jaundice or hepatitis in the past
Are above 40 years old
Even healthy individuals are advised to get routine LFT once a year for preventive care.
Lifestyle and Liver Health: The Real Connection
In today’s lifestyle, liver problems are increasing rapidly. Here’s why:
Alcohol Consumption: Even “social drinking” can harm the liver over years.
Fatty Foods & Junk: High fat, sugary diets lead to fatty liver disease.
Uncontrolled Diabetes: Raises liver fat and causes damage.
Unnecessary Medicines: Overuse of painkillers and supplements stresses the liver.
The good news? Most liver conditions can be reversed in early stages with lifestyle changes and timely diagnosis through LFT.
How LFT is Done at Kaizen Diagnostic, Kalwa
The process is simple:
A small blood sample is taken from your arm.
The sample is tested using advanced equipment.
Results are usually ready within 8 hours.
At Kaizen Diagnostic Centre, our qualified pathologists and trained lab technicians ensure accurate and reliable results. Doctors can then guide you with diet changes, medications, or further investigations like sonography if needed.
Why Early Testing Matters
Ignoring liver health can lead to serious complications like cirrhosis, liver failure, or even cancer. But with early detection, most conditions can be controlled or reversed.
Think of an LFT as a health insurance policy for your liver — small effort today, big benefits tomorrow.
Your liver is a powerhouse, but it’s also fragile. The food you eat, the lifestyle you follow, and the choices you make all impact it. Don’t wait for symptoms to show up — be proactive.
If you’re in Kalwa or Thane, visit Kaizen Diagnostic Centre and get your Liver Function Test (LFT) done today. Because prevention is always better than cure.
