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Labcorp Test Menu - Liver Tests

Labcorp Test Menu Liver Test



The Labcorp test menu includes comprehensive liver function testing to assess liver health, diagnose liver diseases, and monitor liver function. Our liver tests range from basic enzyme measurements to complete hepatic function panels.

Why Liver Function Testing is Important

Clinical Applications

  • • Screen for liver disease
  • • Monitor chronic liver conditions
  • • Assess medication effects on liver
  • • Pre-operative evaluation
  • • Monitor alcohol-related liver damage
  • • Evaluate unexplained fatigue or jaundice

When to Order

  • • Routine health screening
  • • Symptoms of liver disease
  • • Before starting hepatotoxic medications
  • • Known liver disease monitoring
  • • Elevated liver enzymes follow-up
  • • Family history of liver disease

Basic Liver Enzymes

Test NameCodeNormal RangePriceClinical Significance
ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase)0015457-56 U/L$35Primary liver enzyme, most specific for liver damage
AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase)00164410-40 U/L$35Liver enzyme, also found in heart and muscle
Alkaline Phosphatase00151344-147 U/L$30Enzyme found in liver and bones
GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase)0016289-48 U/L$40Sensitive marker for liver disease and alcohol use

Bilirubin Tests

Test NameCodeNormal RangePriceClinical Significance
Total Bilirubin0014120.2-1.2 mg/dL$25Breakdown product of red blood cells, processed by liver
Direct Bilirubin0015110.0-0.3 mg/dL$30Conjugated bilirubin, indicates liver processing ability
Indirect Bilirubin0015120.1-1.0 mg/dL$25Unconjugated bilirubin, indicates red cell breakdown

Protein Synthesis

Test NameCodeNormal RangePriceClinical Significance
Albumin0012223.5-5.0 g/dL$25Major protein made by liver, indicates synthetic function
Total Protein0018916.0-8.3 g/dL$25Overall protein levels in blood
Prothrombin Time (PT)00242811-13 seconds$50Clotting test, reflects liver synthetic function

Comprehensive Panels

Test NameCodeNormal RangePriceClinical Significance
Liver Function Panel303030Various$120Complete liver assessment including enzymes, bilirubin, proteins
Hepatic Function Panel303035Various$150Extended liver testing with additional markers
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel322000Various$85Includes basic liver tests as part of metabolic assessment

Liver Test Interpretation by Condition

ConditionTypical PatternRecommended Tests
HepatitisVery high ALT/AST (>10x normal)Hepatitis Panel, ALT, AST, Bilirubin
Fatty Liver DiseaseMild-moderate ALT/AST elevationALT, AST, GGT, Lipid Panel
CirrhosisElevated bilirubin, low albumin, prolonged PTComplete Liver Panel, PT/INR, Albumin
Alcohol-Related Liver DiseaseAST > ALT, elevated GGTAST, ALT, GGT, CDT
Drug-Induced Liver InjuryVariable enzyme elevationALT, AST, Bilirubin, comprehensive monitoring
Cholestatic DiseaseElevated alkaline phosphatase, bilirubinAlkaline Phosphatase, GGT, Bilirubin

Choosing the Right Liver Test

Basic Screening

For routine health assessment

  • • ALT (001545)
  • • AST (001644)
  • • Or order CMP (322000)

Comprehensive Assessment

For suspected liver disease

  • • Liver Function Panel (303030)
  • • Includes enzymes, bilirubin, proteins
  • • Most cost-effective option

Specialized Testing

For specific conditions

  • • GGT for alcohol assessment
  • • PT/INR for synthetic function
  • • Individual enzyme follow-up

Sample Collection Information

Collection Requirements

  • Sample Type: Blood (serum)
  • Collection Tube: Red-top or SST
  • Fasting: Not required for most liver tests
  • Volume: 3-5 mL blood
  • Stability: Stable at room temperature 8 hours

Important Notes

  • • Avoid alcohol 24 hours before testing
  • • Some medications can affect results
  • • Results available same day
  • • Critical values called immediately
  • • Hemolysis can falsely elevate enzymes

Liver Test Pricing and Coverage

Individual Tests

$25-$50

Per test, depending on complexity

Liver Panel

$120

Complete liver function assessment

Insurance Coverage

Usually Covered

Most plans cover liver testing

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