The liver is a vital organ that plays a crucial role in numerous bodily functions. It is primarily responsible for detoxifying harmful substances, metabolising nutrients, producing proteins essential for blood clotting, and storing vitamins and minerals.

Your liver also plays a significant role in regulating cholesterol levels and maintaining a balanced metabolism. When the liver is compromised, it can lead to serious health issues such as liver disease, cirrhosis, or even liver cancer.

While eating right, limiting alcohol and staying physically active are crucial to optimal liver health, regular screenings also play a critical role.

Many liver conditions can progress without noticeable symptoms until they become severe or irreversible. Early detection through screenings can help identify liver problems before they lead to significant damage.

In particular, individuals at higher risk, such as those with a history of alcohol abuse, viral hepatitis, or obesity, should pay extra attention to regular liver health assessments."Routine liver testing is one of the simplest ways to detect silent liver injury early.

As a gastroenterologist, I routinely advise these assessments for anyone with risk factors such as fatty liver, diabetes, obesity, alcohol use, long-term medications, or a family history of liver disease. Below is a clear overview of the core tests and what each one actually tells us," says Dr. Ankur Jain, Associate Director & Unit Head - Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka.

Source:Ndtv