Can you help interpret my dad's liver function test results?

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Yes, I can help interpret the LFT (liver function test) results. You can upload the report so that I can suggest accordingly. Thank you.

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I understand your concern. The interpretation of reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) is as follows- The alkaline phosphatase (ALP) level is raised to 494, which is clinically significant as it is nearly three times the normal value. It can be raised due to a liver, bone, or GIT (gastrointestinal tract) problem. Liver problems include fatty liver, hepatitis, or due to alcohol consumption. Since the ALP is raised and GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase) is normal, a bone disorder is more likely. I suggest you get an X-ray done of the part or joint if any bone pain is present. Or alternatively, get a bone scan done. Repeat the blood tests after three weeks from a different laboratory. You must revert, mentioning if there are other problems like severe joint pain or bone pain so that I can suggest you accurately. Thank you.

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Yes, we do need to rule out a lot of things. But for now, I suggest you get the following investigations done: USG (ultrasonography) of abdomen and pelvis, technetium-99m bone scan, other blood investigations are to be repeated after three weeks (all blood investigations will be done together). So, for now, get the first two investigations done. Thank you.