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What is a Liver Function Blood Test?

Liver function tests or LFTs are blood tests that measure chemicals in the blood that are associated with the liver. They can give an indication of whether there is a change in the way the liver is working and can therefore help to identify any problems.

A liver function test is an important component of our patient health screens. Your doctor may recommend a health screen to investigate potential reasons as to why you are not feeling yourself. Do not worry about determining for yourself which if any blood test you need. This is something that your doctor will be able to determine and explain during your consultation.

All our blood tests are available same day with some of the fastest results in London. One of our doctors will take the time to explain to you what your test results mean and put in place any appropriate next steps based on those results.

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How it Works

1. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Choose from any of our 11 London blood test clinics, open 7 days

2. MEET WITH A DOCTOR

They can advise on suitable tests and take a blood or urine sample

3. RECEIVE YOUR RESULTS

You will be emailed your results, analysis and recommendations

4. FOLLOW UP (OPTIONAL)

Follow up consultation only £49 for further treatment or advice

Liver Function and Related Tests

Please note: a GP consultation fee is payable online at the time of booking. Any tests which you require will be chargeable on top during your consultation with the doctor.

Test Cost Lab results *
DocTap Health Screen £99 2 days

HAEMATOLOGY

FBC with 5-part Diff

BIOCHEMISTRY

Urea and Electrolytes
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Bicarbonate, Urea, Creatinine, eGFR

Liver Function Tests
Bilirubin, Alk Phos, AST, ALT, Gamma GT, Total Protein, Albumin, Globulin

Lipid Profile
Triglycerides, Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, non-HDL Cholesterol

Glycosylated Haemoglobin

DocTap Unwell Patient Screen £139 2 days

HAEMATOLOGY

FBC with 5-part Diff

BIOCHEMISTRY

Urea and Electrolytes
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Bicarbonate, Urea, Creatinine, eGFR

Liver Function Tests
Bilirubin, Alk Phos, AST, ALT, Gamma GT, Total Protein, Albumin, Globulin

Glycosylated Haemoglobin

ENDOCRINOLOGY

Thyroid profile
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, Free Thyroxine (T4)

DocTap Over 40s Male Screen £119 2 days

HAEMATOLOGY

FBC with 5-part Diff

BIOCHEMISTRY

Urea and Electrolytes
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Bicarbonate, Urea, Creatinine, eGFR

Liver Function Tests
Bilirubin, Alk Phos, AST, ALT, Gamma GT, Total Protein, Albumin, Globulin

Lipid Profile
Triglycerides, Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, non-HDL Cholesterol

Glycosylated Haemoglobin

TUMOUR MARKERS

Prostate Specific Antigen (Total)

Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile £84 1 days

HAEMATOLOGY

FBC with 5-part Diff
ESR

BIOCHEMISTRY

Urea and Electrolytes
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Bicarbonate, Urea, Creatinine, eGFR

Liver Function Tests
Bilirubin, Alk Phos, AST, ALT, Gamma GT, Total Protein, Albumin, Globulin

Cardiac/Muscle Enzymes
LDH, CK

Bone Markers
Calcium, Phosphate, Uric Acid

Glucose
Triglycerides
Iron
Total Iron Binding
HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol

General Well Person Profile £139 1 days

Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile PLUS
FT4/TSH, Ferritin
HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol

Liver Function Tests £55 1 days

Bilirubin
ALT
AST
Total Protein
Alkaline Phos
Albumin
Globulin
Gamma-GT

Alkaline Phosphatase £46 1 days
ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase) (SGPT) £46 1 days
Antistaphylolysin Titre (SGOT) £68 4 working days
Aspartate Transaminase (AST) (SGOT) £46 1 days
Bilirubin (Direct/Indirect) £46 1 days
Bilirubin (Total) £46 1 days
Copper (Serum) £73 6 working days
Cytomegalovirus (CMV-DNA) Amnio £243 6 working days
Cytomegalovirus (IgG/IgM) Antibodies £92 1 days
Cytomegalovirus Avidity £131 11 working days
ELF/Enhanced Liver Fibrosis £194 6 working days
Epstein-Barr Virus Antibodies IgG/IgM £155 3 working days
Fibrotest (Liver Fibrosis) £264 2 weeks
Gamma GT £44 1 days
Hepatitis (Acute) Screen £177 1 days

Hepatitis A IgM Abs
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
Hepatitis C Abs

Hepatitis A (IgM) £64 1 days
Hepatitis A Immunity (IgG/IgM) £66 1 days
Hepatitis A Profile £93 1 days
Hepatitis A RNA by PCR £228 3 weeks
Hepatitis A, B and C Profile £278 1 days

Hepatitis A Profile
Hepatitis B Profile
Hepatitis C Abs
LFT's

Hepatitis B ‘e' Antigen and Antibody £126 1 days
Hepatitis B Core Antibody - IgM £68 1 days
Hepatitis B Core Antibody - Total £68 1 days
Hepatitis B DNA (Viral load) £264 6 working days
Hepatitis B Profile £137 1 days

Hep B Surface Antigen
Hep B Surface Antibodies
Hep B Core IgG/IgM

Hepatitis B Surface Antigen £56 1 days
Hepatitis C Abs Confirmation (RIBA) £180 6 working days
Hepatitis C Antibodies £110 1 days
Hepatitis C Antigen (Early detection) £76 1 days
Hepatitis C Quantification (Viral Load) £233 6 working days
Hepatitis Delta Antibody £123 6 working days
Hepatitis E (PCR) £216 2 weeks
Hepatitis E IgG/IgM £142 6 working days
Protein Total (Blood) £44 1 days
Salicylates £70 1 days
Serum Albumins £190 3 working days
Urobilinogen (Urine) £44 2 working days
Viral Antibody Screen £182 3 working days

Measles IgG
Measles IgM
Mumps IgG
Mumps IgM
Mycoplasma pneumonia
CMV
HSV 1
HSV 2

Well Man Profile plus HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol £175 1 days

Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile PLUS
FT4/TSH
Ferritin
Prostate Profile
HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol

Well Woman Profile plus HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol £175 1 days

Biochemistry (24 Parameters) & Haematology Profile PLUS
FT4/TSH
Ferritin
Vitamin D
HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Non-HDL Cholesterol

This is only a small sample of the many blood tests which DocTap provide. Our expert doctors can advise you during your consultation on the most appropriate tests for your condition. View all blood tests.

* Please note that the lab results are estimates and can vary. Tests taken after 1pm will be classified as the following day for timing purposes. You will receive a written analysis of your results within 1 working day of them being available from the laboratory. It is often possible for the doctor who reviews your results to be the same doctor who requested them. This is considered medical best practice but will add an additional 1 working day to the timings. If you have multiple tests then we shall wait to report on them together unless the first results highlight any reason for concern. Sometimes the preliminary results will determine that additional tests need to be carried out on your sample. If this is the case then your results will take longer. There is no additional charge for this service.

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Why Choose DocTap?

DocTap seek to provide the most convenient, fastest, effective and best value private blood testing service in London. With 9 blood test centres across London and same day appointments available 7 days a week, it has never been easier to book a lft blood test. We are proud to partner with The Doctors Laboratory (TDL) which has a worldwide reputation for excellence.

Unlike many blood test clinics, you will see a UK accredited GP who will be able to offer their expert option on what test is most appropriate for you. Your results will also be accompanied by a written analysis of what they mean and what your doctor advises you to do next. Should additional treatment be required, or if you simply wish to discuss the results in more detail, then you can book a 15 minute follow up consultation for only £25. This can either be at any DocTap clinic or over the phone. When booking your follow up consultation you can request to see you original doctor if you wish (subject to their availability).

Should you require a full consulation before deciding to have a lft blood test then there may be insufficient time to also take a blood sample in the appointment. In that case you can choose to either go to our walk in laboratory by Oxford Street (£15 phlebotomy fee applies) or to make a second appointment for the doctor to take the bloods.

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What does the Liver do?

The liver is an amazing organ that performs several functions within the body, including:

  • Storing fuel for the body in the form of glycogen
  • Making clotting factors which help your blood clot
  • Makes bile to store in the gallbladder which helps your body to digest fats and proteins
  • Processing alcohol, toxins and many medicines

What illnesses can a Liver Function Test diagnose?

The LFT blood test is actually a panel of tests that look at various chemicals and processes from the liver. The test includes:

  • ALT (alanine aminotransferase) and AST (aspartate aminotransferase) - are enzymes found in liver cells (and some other body tissues). They may rise when there is inflammation or damage to the liver cells. This happens in liver infections (eg hepatitis A, B and C), alcohol abuse, fat deposit due to obesity and liver damage caused by medications (including antibiotics, herbal medicine and statins) .
  • ALP (alkaline phosphatase) - this is found in liver cells as well as in bone and the placenta. ALP can rise with liver problems due to gallstones. 
  • GGT (gamma glutamyltransferase) - this level will rises when gallstones block the bile duct that drains bile from the liver. It can also be increased by heavy alcohol consumption.  
  • Albumin - this is a protein made by the liver and can be low in inflammation or if the liver is not working well.
  • Bilirubin - this is made from haemoglobin, which is released when red blood cells are broken down. When there is too much bilirubin the skin and whites of the eyes can become yellow known as jaundice. Various liver conditions can raise the bilirubin level in the blood such as alcohol excess, hepatitis or gallstones.

Can a Liver Function Test show if I'm drinking too much?

Drinking an excessive amount of alcohol can cause inflammation and eventually scarring of your liver. A liver function blood test may show this inflammation but a normal results isn't a reliable way of knowing that your alcohol intake is safe. If you are unsure if you are drinking too much then talk to one of our doctors. 

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