The liver and kidneys are your body's primary filtration and detoxification powerhouses. Evaluating liver enzymes and renal filtration markers through routine blood tests ensures early detection of organ stress, jaundice, fatty liver, or renal insufficiency.

Understanding the Liver Function Test (LFT)

The liver processes nutrients, synthesizes blood proteins, and filters toxins. The LFT panel evaluates several key biochemical markers:

• Serum Bilirubin (Total, Direct & Indirect): Derived from broken down red blood cells. High bilirubin causes jaundice (yellowing of eyes and skin).
• SGOT (AST) & SGPT (ALT): Intracellular liver enzymes released into blood when liver cells are damaged (e.g., in fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis, or medication toxicity).
• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Enzyme associated with bile ducts in the liver and bone metabolism.
• Total Protein, Albumin & Globulin: Essential proteins synthesized by the liver indicating nutritional and synthetic capacity.

Understanding the Kidney Function Test (KFT)

The kidneys filter metabolic waste products from blood serum to produce urine. Key parameters tested in a KFT / Renal Profile include:

• Serum Creatinine: A waste product from muscle breakdown filtered exclusively by kidneys. Elevated serum creatinine indicates impaired kidney filtration function.
• Blood Urea & BUN: Nitrogenous waste derived from protein digestion. High urea indicates renal dysfunction or severe dehydration.
• Serum Uric Acid: High uric acid levels can crystallize in joints, leading to painful gout arthritis or kidney stones.
• Serum Electrolytes (Sodium, Potassium, Chloride): Critical for fluid balance and nerve conduction.

Book LFT & KFT Testing in Vasai East

At Shraddha Diagnostic Center, our automated biochemistry department processes liver and kidney function panels with precision calibration. Order standalone LFT/KFT tests or opt for our complete Preventive Health Package.