Interpretation of Liver Function Tests

Dive into a comprehensive 27-minute video lecture on the interpretation of Liver Function Tests (LFTs). Explore the normal physiology and etiologies of abnormalities in AST, ALT, alkaline phosphatase, GGT, albumin, INR, and bilirubin. Understand common patterns of LFT derangements suggestive of specific diagnoses, including the comparison of AST to ALT ratios and LFT elevations due to various causes. Learn about the consequences of abnormal LFT results and gain insights into the clinical significance of these important diagnostic tools in assessing liver health and function.

Intro
What are LFTS?
Normal Physiology of AST and ALT
Etiologies of Increased AST and ALT
Comparison of AST to ALT
Comparison of LFT Elevation Due to Different Etiologies
Normal Physiology of Alk. Phos. and GGT
Etiologies of Increased Alk. Phos. and GGT
Etiologies of Low Alk. Phos.
Normal Physiology of Albumin
Etiologies and Consequences of Low Albumin
Normal Physiology of INR
Etiologies and Consequences of a High INR
Normal Physiology of Bilirubin
Etiologies of High Bilirubin
Consequences of High Bilirubin
Common Patterns of LFT Abnormalities