Liver failure is when the liver is losing or has lost all of its function. It is a life threatening condition that requires immediate medical care. The liver has many functions. The most important of ...
A liver scan describes a specialized imaging test that examines the liver to help identify certain conditions, assess liver function, and monitor treatment progress. The liver is the largest solid ...
Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. A liver function test checks how ...