Liver Function Tests — purpose?
Assess liver health and detect damage.
ALT — role?
Indicates liver cell injury.
AST — significance?
Elevated in liver and muscle damage.
CBC — components?
RBC, hemoglobin, hematocrit, WBC, platelets.
Blood Glucose — normal range?
70–99 mg/dL fasting.
Electrolytes — functions?
Nerve function, fluid balance, pH regulation.
PT/INR — role?
Assess blood clotting, monitor warfarin.
Liver Function Tests — components?
ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin.
Thyroid Tests — purpose?
Evaluate thyroid activity, detect hypo/hyperthyroidism.
Urinalysis — key parameters?
pH, specific gravity, proteins, glucose, bacteria.
Answer 10 questions on Blood Test Fundamentals for Nurses.
1. What are Liver Function Tests (LFTs) primarily used for?
2. Which enzyme is specifically measured in Liver Function Tests (LFTs) to indicate liver inflammation or damage?
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