This lesson offers a comprehensive overview of the liver, its role in health, and the investigation of liver diseases, including inherited conditions that impact liver function.
Key topics include:
- The anatomy and physiology of the liver in both health and disease.
- An exploration of liver diseases, including the causes of jaundice and inherited conditions affecting bilirubin metabolism.
- An introduction to the key analytes used in laboratory investigations of liver function.
By the end of this lesson, you will be equipped to analyze, interpret, and report liver function test results, gaining valuable insights into the clinical investigation of liver health and disease