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summary{font-size:17px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lkt\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lkt_hero\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003ePrivate organ-function blood testing at home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLiver \u0026amp; Kidney Function Blood Test Home Kits UK\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_reviewed\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMedically checked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviewed by the Grace Belgravia Medical Expert Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLast reviewed 28 July 2026\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare focused liver and kidney function home blood tests with clear guidance on enzymes, proteins, creatinine, urea and estimated kidney filtration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liver and kidneys perform different roles, so these tests should not be treated as interchangeable. A liver panel reports selected enzymes and proteins, while a kidney test provides filtration-related context using creatinine, urea and calculated eGFR. Neither test can diagnose every liver or kidney condition by itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_actions\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#choose\" class=\"lkt_btn lkt_btn_primary\"\u003eChoose the right test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#compare\" class=\"lkt_btn lkt_btn_secondary\"\u003eCompare both tests\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_stats\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 focused home kits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated liver and kidney testing routes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9 reported measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix liver biomarkers and three kidney-related measures\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully visible packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct text remains readable on desktop and mobile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlood testing may need urine tests, imaging or repeat samples\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"lkt_banner\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"eager\" height=\"720\" width=\"1600\" alt=\"Person reviewing liver and kidney function blood test home kits\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/lifestyle_4.png?v=1785178432\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eChoose by organ pathway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiver enzymes and proteins or kidney filtration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart with the clinical question and the biomarkers that matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeek urgent care for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow skin or eyes, vomiting blood, black stools, confusion, severe abdominal pain, very little urine, blood in the urine, facial swelling or sudden breathlessness require prompt medical assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cnav aria-label=\"Collection navigation\" class=\"lkt_nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#choose\"\u003eTest finder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tests\"\u003eAll tests\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#markers\"\u003eBiomarkers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#preparation\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#medical-review\"\u003eMedical review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"choose\" class=\"lkt_section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_finder\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eInteractive test finder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich organ-function question do you have?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis navigation tool does not diagnose liver or kidney disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_choices\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-pressed=\"false\" data-result=\"liver\" type=\"button\" class=\"lkt_choice\"\u003eLiver enzymes and proteins\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton aria-pressed=\"false\" data-result=\"kidney\" type=\"button\" class=\"lkt_choice\"\u003eCreatinine, urea and eGFR\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton aria-pressed=\"false\" data-result=\"clinical\" type=\"button\" class=\"lkt_choice\"\u003eI have significant symptoms\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-live=\"polite\" id=\"lkt-result\" class=\"lkt_result\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"tests\" class=\"lkt_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eBrowse the collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLiver and kidney function blood test home kits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_products\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lkt_product\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/liver-panel-test\" class=\"lkt_product_media\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" height=\"800\" width=\"1000\" alt=\"Home Liver Function Test UK – Liver Blood Test Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Home_Liver_Function_Test_UK_-_Liver_Blood_Test_Kit.png?v=1785172873\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_product_body\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lkt_tag\"\u003eSix liver biomarkers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/liver-panel-test\"\u003eHome Liver Function Test UK – Liver Blood Test Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA focused capillary blood test reporting albumin, total protein, globulin, GGT, ALT and ALP. These measurements provide selected liver and biliary context but must be interpreted together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 biomarkers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiomarkers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbumin, total protein, globulin, GGT, ALT and ALP\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapillary blood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFasting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot generally required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes not replace bilirubin, imaging, viral testing or clinical assessment where required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/liver-panel-test\" class=\"lkt_btn lkt_btn_secondary\"\u003eView liver function test\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lkt_product\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kidney-function-test\" class=\"lkt_product_media\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" height=\"800\" width=\"1000\" alt=\"Home Kidney Function Test UK – eGFR and Creatinine\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Home_Kidney_Function_Test_UK_-_eGFR_Creatinine.png?v=1785173261\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_product_body\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lkt_tag\"\u003eKidney filtration context\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kidney-function-test\"\u003eHome Kidney Function Test UK – eGFR \u0026amp; Creatinine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA focused capillary blood test measuring urea and creatinine and calculating estimated glomerular filtration rate. Kidney interpretation often also requires urine albumin testing and repeat measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 measures\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiomarkers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUrea, creatinine and calculated eGFR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapillary blood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFasting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot generally required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single eGFR result does not establish chronic kidney disease\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kidney-function-test\" class=\"lkt_btn lkt_btn_secondary\"\u003eView kidney function test\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"compare\" class=\"lkt_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eSide-by-side guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare liver and kidney home blood tests\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_compare\"\u003e\n\u003carticle\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiver Function Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMain purposeSelected liver enzymes and protein-production context\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eReportedALT, GGT, ALP, albumin, total protein and globulin\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMay be relevant whenMonitoring is advised or liver-related risk factors are present\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDoes not includeEvery possible liver marker, imaging or viral hepatitis testing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKidney Function Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMain purposeSelected kidney filtration context\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eReportedUrea, creatinine and calculated eGFR\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMay be relevant whenKidney monitoring or filtration assessment is appropriate\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDoes not includeUrine ACR, imaging or every cause of kidney dysfunction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"markers\" class=\"lkt_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003ePlain-English biomarker guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding the reported measurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eALT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn enzyme found mainly in liver cells. Raised levels can occur with several liver and non-liver conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGGT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn enzyme influenced by alcohol, medicines and biliary conditions. It is not specific to one diagnosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eALP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn enzyme associated with bile ducts and bone. Other results help identify the likely source.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbumin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA protein made by the liver. Low levels can also occur with inflammation, kidney loss or poor nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreatinine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA waste product affected by muscle mass, hydration, diet and kidney filtration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eeGFR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA calculated estimate of kidney filtration. Trends and urine testing may be more informative than one result.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA waste product affected by hydration, protein intake, bleeding and kidney function.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal protein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combined amount of albumin and globulins in the blood.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_marker\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobulin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA group of proteins involved in immune and transport functions. Changes have many possible causes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"preparation\" class=\"lkt_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003ePreparation and interpretation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImprove the usefulness of the result\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_grid3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_tile\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord medicines and supplements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome medicines, bodybuilding products and herbal preparations can affect liver or kidney markers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_tile\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote hydration and exercise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDehydration and strenuous exercise can influence creatinine, urea and some enzyme results.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_tile\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord alcohol intake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol can influence liver enzymes and should be considered when interpreting the report.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_tile\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not diagnose from one value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatterns, previous results and the degree of change are often more informative.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_tile\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck product instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the supplied collection and timing guidance even when fasting is not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_tile\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArrange follow-up when needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnexpected or substantially abnormal results may require repeat venous testing, urine tests or imaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lkt_section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_lab\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_lab_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eLaboratory and testing standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHome collection supported by a defined laboratory pathway\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiver enzymes, proteins, creatinine and urea use different analytical methods. Check the current product specification for laboratory, accreditation, sample and reporting details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample identity and acceptance checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssay-specific quality-control procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefined sample stability and return requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure digital reporting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear test scope and stated limitations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"lkt_lab_image\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" height=\"680\" width=\"1600\" alt=\"Grace Belgravia laboratory and testing standards\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Laboratoryand_Testing_Standards.png?v=1785016220\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"medical-review\" class=\"lkt_section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_review_heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eMedical and editorial review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMedically checked liver and kidney guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection has been reviewed for responsible presentation of liver enzymes, proteins, kidney filtration, repeat testing and urgent warning signs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_seal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMedically\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChecked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003e28 July 2026\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_review_grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lkt_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_review_top\"\u003e\n\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" height=\"164\" width=\"164\" alt=\"Portrait of Dr Laura Geige\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/5W4A9892.jpg?v=1785070092\" class=\"lkt_avatar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lkt_review_label\"\u003eMedical oversight and safety\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDr Laura Geige\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_review_title\"\u003eMedical Director, Senior Practitioner and Skin Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReviewed escalation, diagnostic boundaries and the distinction between laboratory information and medical assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dr-laura-geige-medical-director-senior-practitioner-and-skin-expert\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lkt_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_review_top\"\u003e\n\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" height=\"164\" width=\"164\" alt=\"Portrait of Dr Rimas Geiga\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/rimas_geiga.png?v=1785071125\" class=\"lkt_avatar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lkt_review_label\"\u003eMetabolic and healthy-ageing context\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDr Rimas Geiga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor, Nutritional Sciences Adviser and Healthy Ageing Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReviewed hydration, metabolic risk, nutrition and lifestyle factors affecting liver and kidney results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dr-rimas-geiga-medical-doctor-nutritional-sciences-adviser-and-healthy-ageing-expert\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"lkt_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_review_top\"\u003e\n\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" height=\"164\" width=\"164\" alt=\"Portrait of Veronika Matutyte\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Veronika_Matutyte_Doctor.jpg?v=1785075107\" class=\"lkt_avatar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lkt_review_label\"\u003eQuality and patient safety\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVeronika Matutyte\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor and Healthcare Management Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReviewed repeat-testing language, laboratory governance, urine-test limitations and follow-up safeguards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/veronika-matutyte-medical-doctor-and-healthcare-management-expert\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_review_meta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedical review date\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNext scheduled review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy 28 July 2027 or earlier if guidance changes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/medical-advisory-board\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet the Grace Belgravia Medical Expert Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lkt_section lkt_sources\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eAuthoritative references\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUK liver and kidney guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eView clinical sources\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/liver-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNHS: liver disease\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/kidney-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNHS: chronic kidney disease\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/ng203\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNICE: chronic kidney disease assessment and management\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/cks.nice.org.uk\/topics\/abnormal-liver-function-tests\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNICE CKS: abnormal liver blood tests\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faqs\" class=\"lkt_section lkt_faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lkt_eyebrow\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLiver and kidney function test FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich test should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the liver panel for ALT, GGT, ALP and protein-related measurements. Choose the kidney test for urea, creatinine and calculated eGFR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan these tests diagnose liver or kidney disease?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They provide selected laboratory information. Diagnosis may require repeat testing, urine analysis, imaging, examination and medical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the liver function test measure?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt reports albumin, total protein, globulin, GGT, ALT and ALP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the kidney function test measure?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures urea and creatinine and reports a calculated estimated glomerular filtration rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes one low eGFR mean chronic kidney disease?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Chronic kidney disease usually requires persistent evidence over time or other markers of kidney damage. Repeat testing and urine ACR may be needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan dehydration affect kidney results?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Dehydration can raise urea and creatinine and may temporarily reduce calculated eGFR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan exercise affect creatinine or liver enzymes?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Strenuous exercise and muscle injury can alter creatinine and some enzyme measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan alcohol affect liver blood tests?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Alcohol can affect liver enzymes, particularly GGT, although abnormal results are not specific to alcohol use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to fast?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required for these two focused tests, but always follow the individual kit instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat should I do with an abnormal result?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview the degree and pattern of abnormality with a healthcare professional. Repeat venous testing, urine tests or imaging may be appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen should I seek urgent help?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent care for jaundice, vomiting blood, black stools, confusion, severe abdominal pain, very little urine, blood in the urine, facial swelling or sudden breathlessness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the product images fully visible on mobile?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_faq_answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both product images use uncropped square frames with contain scaling so the complete packaging and printed text remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"lkt_footer\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMedical guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese tests provide selected laboratory information and do not replace medical assessment, diagnosis, emergency care or treatment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek appropriate clinical advice for symptoms, substantially abnormal results or changes that persist over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lkt_sticky\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tests\"\u003eCompare liver \u0026amp; kidney tests\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kidney-function-test","title":"Home Kidney Function Test UK - eGFR \u0026 Creatinine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"Order a home kidney function test in the UK. 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auto !important;\n  }\n\n  .kidney_review_avatar_veronika {\n    background-image: url(\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Veronika_Matutyte_Doctor.jpg?v=1785075107\") !important;\n    background-position: 50% 18% !important;\n    background-size: 128% auto !important;\n  }\n\n  .kidney_review_avatar_snieguole {\n    background-image: url(\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Snieguole_Geige.jpg?v=1785070794\") !important;\n    background-position: 50% 15% !important;\n    background-size: 118% auto !important;\n  }\n\n  .kidney_review_avatar_rimas {\n    background-image: url(\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/rimas_geiga.png?v=1785071125\") !important;\n    background-position: 50% 18% !important;\n    background-size: 118% auto !important;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"kidney_product\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_hero\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_eyebrow\"\u003eAt home kidney blood test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHome Kidney Function Test UK | eGFR \u0026amp; Creatinine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA three marker home blood test measuring urea and creatinine and calculating eGFR through a UK laboratory pathway.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel provides selected information about kidney filtration and waste handling. Results should be interpreted with hydration, muscle mass, medicines, previous values and urine testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 reported markers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUrea, creatinine and calculated eGFR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapillary blood collected into the supplied microtainer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK laboratory pathway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUKAS accredited and CQC registered laboratory processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC1BLP02400\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_notice\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKidney filtration profile, not a complete kidney assessment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product does not include urine albumin to creatinine ratio, urinalysis, sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, cystatin C or imaging. Chronic kidney disease is assessed using both blood and urine information over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcute kidney symptoms should not wait for home testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent help for a major reduction in urine output, severe vomiting or dehydration, confusion, collapse, breathlessness with swelling, blood in the urine with severe pain, or feeling acutely unwell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_eyebrow\"\u003eQuality and compliance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome kidney testing supported by UK standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_trust_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUKAS accredited laboratories\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eISO 15189 accreditation supports laboratory competence, quality systems and diagnostic performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCQC registered services\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe diagnostic pathway uses organisations registered with the Care Quality Commission.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliant collection equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUKCA and CE marked equipment supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinically bounded claims\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe page distinguishes a calculated filtration estimate from diagnosis, urine damage markers and acute assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this kidney function test measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it represents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eImportant limitation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA product of protein metabolism removed mainly by the kidneys.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrongly affected by hydration, protein intake, liver function and illness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreatinine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA muscle metabolism product used to estimate kidney filtration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAffected by muscle mass, diet, exercise, supplements and medicines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eeGFR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA calculated estimate of glomerular filtration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot a direct measurement and does not identify urine protein loss.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho may consider this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis home kidney function test may be considered by adults seeking selected kidney filtration information in the context of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetes or high blood pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardiovascular disease or a family history of kidney disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn earlier high creatinine or low eGFR result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedicines that require clinician directed kidney monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecurrent dehydration, kidney stones or urinary problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA request from a GP or another qualified clinician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople at risk of chronic kidney disease commonly need both eGFR and urine ACR testing rather than blood testing alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding eGFR categories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese categories support clinical classification. A single result does not usually diagnose chronic kidney disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eeGFR mL\/min\/1.73m²\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eGeneral interpretation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 or above\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNormal or high filtration. CKD requires another marker of kidney damage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 to 89\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMildly reduced. May be age related without another abnormal marker.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG3a\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 to 59\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild to moderate reduction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG3b\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 to 44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to severe reduction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 to 29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSevere reduction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelow 15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKidney failure range and urgent clinical assessment required.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the home kidney blood test works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"kidney_step_number\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview preparation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord hydration, illness, exercise, medicines, supplements and previous kidney results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"kidney_step_number\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCollect and return\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect capillary blood into the supplied microtainer and return it using the provided packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"kidney_step_number\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview the trend and urine context\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterpret urea, creatinine and eGFR with previous results, blood pressure and urine ACR where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing for the test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFasting is not generally required. Follow the supplied kit instructions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintain normal hydration. Avoid testing when significantly dehydrated where routine testing can safely be delayed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooked meat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn unusually large cooked meat meal can temporarily raise creatinine. Keep preparation consistent when comparing results.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExercise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid unusually strenuous exercise before collection because muscle injury can raise creatinine.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord creatine, protein and bodybuilding supplements.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics, trimethoprim and other relevant medicines. Do not stop treatment yourself.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecent illness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVomiting, diarrhoea, fever, infection or acute illness can alter kidney results and may require clinical assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreatinine and eGFR require specialist interpretation in pregnancy, and standard eGFR equations are not validated for routine use.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon kidney result patterns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simplified patterns support discussion and are not diagnoses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePossible context\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePossible next step\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh creatinine with low eGFR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect reduced kidney filtration, dehydration, acute illness, medicines or muscle related factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeat promptly where advised and review urine ACR, medicines and previous results.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh urea with relatively stable creatinine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with dehydration, high protein intake, gastrointestinal bleeding or tissue breakdown.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview symptoms, hydration, diet and clinical context.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eeGFR 60 to 89 without urine abnormality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay be compatible with ageing or normal variation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCKD is not diagnosed without persistence or another marker of kidney damage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNormal eGFR with raised urine ACR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKidney damage may be present despite preserved filtration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis blood panel does not measure ACR, so urine testing may be needed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapid fall from a previous eGFR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay indicate acute kidney injury even if the current number is not extremely low.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt clinical assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBiomarkers and result interpretation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect each marker to read what it measures, preparation guidance and how low, normal, high or urgent results may be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"kidney_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eUrea\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrea is produced in the liver during protein metabolism and is removed mainly by the kidneys. Its blood concentration depends on kidney filtration, hydration, protein intake, tissue breakdown, liver urea production and gastrointestinal bleeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrea is less specific for kidney filtration than creatinine and eGFR. It should be interpreted with the complete pattern and clinical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Maintain normal hydration and record recent vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, strenuous exercise, muscle injury, cooked meat intake, creatine supplements and medicines including NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics and trimethoprim. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_critical\"\u003eCritical low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly low result is uncommon and may reflect severe liver dysfunction, overhydration, very low protein intake or another serious condition.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFollow the laboratory advice and arrange clinical review when unexpected or accompanied by symptoms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with low protein intake, pregnancy, overhydration, malnutrition or reduced liver urea production.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss a persistent or unexpected result with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory reference interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal urea does not prove that kidney function is normal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with dehydration, reduced kidney filtration, high protein intake, gastrointestinal bleeding, severe illness, tissue breakdown or medicines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview hydration, creatinine, eGFR, symptoms and medicines with a clinician.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly raised result may accompany severe dehydration, acute kidney injury, advanced kidney impairment or gastrointestinal bleeding.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt medical assessment and follow the laboratory escalation advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"kidney_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCreatinine\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreatinine is produced from normal muscle metabolism and removed mainly by kidney filtration. It is the blood marker used to calculate eGFR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreatinine is affected by muscle mass, age, body size, diet, exercise, supplements and some medicines. A value that is normal for one person may be abnormal for another, so trends and eGFR are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Maintain normal hydration and record recent vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, strenuous exercise, muscle injury, cooked meat intake, creatine supplements and medicines including NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics and trimethoprim. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften reflects lower muscle mass, small body size, pregnancy, malnutrition or reduced creatine production.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret it with body composition, diet and the calculated eGFR.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal creatinine does not exclude early kidney disease or urine albumin loss.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect reduced kidney filtration, dehydration, muscle injury, strenuous exercise, creatine use, recent cooked meat or medicines that alter creatinine handling.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss the result, trend, eGFR, hydration and medicines with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly raised result may indicate significant acute or chronic kidney impairment, severe dehydration or major muscle injury.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt medical assessment and follow the laboratory's urgent advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"kidney_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEstimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR)\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eeGFR is calculated from creatinine and demographic information to estimate kidney filtration. It is usually reported in mL\/min\/1.73m².\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eeGFR is most useful as a trend. Chronic kidney disease is classified using both eGFR and urine albumin to creatinine ratio, and an abnormality usually needs to persist for at least three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant accuracy limitation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreatinine based eGFR can be less reliable during acute kidney injury, pregnancy, severe illness, unusual muscle mass, amputations, malnutrition, bodybuilding or creatine use. It is not a direct measurement of filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Maintain normal hydration and record recent vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, strenuous exercise, muscle injury, cooked meat intake, creatine supplements and medicines including NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics and trimethoprim. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_normal\"\u003eG1: 90 or above\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually represents normal or high filtration. Kidney disease can still be present if urine albumin, blood, imaging or another marker is abnormal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsider urine ACR and risk factors where clinically appropriate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_normal\"\u003eG2: 60 to 89\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMildly reduced filtration. This may be age related or clinically insignificant without another marker of kidney damage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompare with previous results and consider urine ACR.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_low\"\u003eG3a: 45 to 59\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild to moderate reduction in estimated filtration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange GP review, repeat testing and urine ACR assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_low\"\u003eG3b: 30 to 44\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to severe reduction in estimated filtration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrompt clinical review and medication, blood pressure and complication assessment are appropriate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_low\"\u003eG4: 15 to 29\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSevere reduction in estimated filtration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUrgent specialist or GP review is generally required.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_critical\"\u003eG5: below 15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKidney failure range, although interpretation still depends on clinical context and whether the change is acute or chronic.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek urgent medical assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"kidney_status kidney_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA high calculated eGFR may be normal, particularly in younger adults, or may occur with pregnancy or hyperfiltration. Accuracy is reduced at high values.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss an unexpected result if diabetes, pregnancy or other risk factors are present.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this panel does not include\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kidney_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhy it may matter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrine albumin to creatinine ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetects albumin leakage and is required with eGFR for CKD classification and risk assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrinalysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay identify blood, protein, infection or other urinary abnormalities.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSodium, potassium and bicarbonate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImportant electrolytes that may become abnormal in kidney disease or with medicines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCystatin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay help when creatinine based eGFR is uncertain or muscle mass makes interpretation difficult.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKidney imaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay be required for stones, obstruction, structural abnormalities or recurrent urinary problems.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasured GFR or creatinine clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsed in selected specialist or medicine dosing situations where an estimate is insufficient.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content-standards\" class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_eyebrow\"\u003eEvidence and content standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this product information was prepared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page was prepared from the supplied three marker Kidney Function Test specification and checked against current NHS, NICE, UKAS and CQC information on creatinine, eGFR, CKD classification, urine ACR, acute kidney injury and laboratory limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_method_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct specification checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAt home format, capillary specimen, urea, creatinine, calculated eGFR and product code.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK clinical evidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNHS and NICE sources used for eGFR categories, CKD persistence, ACR and urgent follow up.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErrors corrected\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUrea and high eGFR claims were rewritten, and the limitations of creatinine based estimation were made explicit.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eReview at least annually and earlier when kidney guidance, eGFR equations or laboratory methods change.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"medical-review\" class=\"kidney_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_eyebrow\"\u003eClinical accountability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKidney interpretation, medicine safety and metabolic context review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe review roles are separated across laboratory interpretation, medicine and patient safety, and metabolic risk context. The reviewers are not presented as consultant nephrologists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_review_grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"kidney_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"kidney_review_avatar kidney_review_avatar_veronika\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Veronika Matutyte\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"kidney_review_label\"\u003eKidney result logic and laboratory pathway reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"kidney_review_name\"\u003eVeronika Matutyte\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor and Healthcare Management Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed eGFR categories, repeat testing, urine ACR limitations, acute kidney injury escalation and laboratory governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/veronika-matutyte-medical-doctor-and-healthcare-management-expert\" class=\"kidney_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"kidney_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"kidney_review_avatar kidney_review_avatar_snieguole\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Snieguole Geige\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"kidney_review_label\"\u003eMedicine safety and clinical limitations reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"kidney_review_name\"\u003eDr Snieguole Geige\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_review_title\"\u003eDentist, Medical Doctor and Senior Adviser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed medicine disclosure, dehydration, urgent symptoms, clinical follow up and the distinction between home testing and diagnosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dr-snieguole-geige-dentist-medical-doctor-and-senior-adviser\" class=\"kidney_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"kidney_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"kidney_review_avatar kidney_review_avatar_rimas\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Rimas Geiga\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"kidney_review_label\"\u003eMetabolic and healthy ageing context reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"kidney_review_name\"\u003eDr Rimas Geiga\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor, Nutritional Sciences Adviser and Healthy Ageing Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed diabetes, blood pressure, hydration, nutrition, muscle mass and healthy ageing factors affecting kidney blood results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dr-rimas-geiga-medical-doctor-nutritional-sciences-adviser-and-healthy-ageing-expert\" class=\"kidney_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_review_meta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical review date\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNext scheduled review\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBy 26 July 2027 or earlier when UK guidance changes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_board_link\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/medical-advisory-board\"\u003eMeet the Grace Belgravia Medical Advisory Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section kidney_sources\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_eyebrow\"\u003eAuthoritative references\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUK kidney testing and laboratory sources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eView the evidence sources used\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kidney_sources_body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNHS: chronic kidney disease diagnosis and eGFR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNICE NG203: chronic kidney disease assessment and management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNICE CKS: eGFR and urine ACR classification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNHS: urine albumin to creatinine ratio testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNHS pathology guidance on creatinine and eGFR limitations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUKAS ISO 15189 medical laboratory accreditation information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCQC guidance on diagnostic and screening procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_section kidney_faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidney_eyebrow\"\u003eSearch led questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome kidney function test FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I take a kidney function test at home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This kit uses capillary blood collected at home and returned for laboratory analysis. It reports urea, creatinine and calculated eGFR, but it does not provide a complete kidney assessment by itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does this kidney blood test measure?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel measures urea and creatinine and uses the creatinine result with demographic information to calculate estimated glomerular filtration rate, known as eGFR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is eGFR?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eeGFR is an estimate of how much blood the kidneys filter each minute, standardised to a body surface area of 1.73 square metres. It is calculated rather than measured directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan one eGFR result diagnose chronic kidney disease?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually not. Chronic kidney disease generally requires an abnormality to persist for at least three months or other evidence of kidney damage, such as an abnormal urine albumin to creatinine ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat eGFR level is considered normal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn eGFR of 90 or above is generally classified as G1. An eGFR of 60 to 89 is G2 and may be normal for some people, particularly with age, unless another marker of kidney damage is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat do the eGFR stages mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe usual adult categories are G1 at 90 or above, G2 at 60 to 89, G3a at 45 to 59, G3b at 30 to 44, G4 at 15 to 29 and G5 below 15 mL\/min\/1.73m². Diagnosis and risk also depend on urine ACR and persistence over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes a low eGFR always mean kidney disease?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Dehydration, acute illness, medicines, recent strenuous exercise and creatinine related limitations can temporarily lower eGFR. A repeat test and urine ACR may be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan eGFR be inaccurate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Creatinine based eGFR may be less accurate in people with unusually high or low muscle mass, amputations, severe malnutrition, pregnancy, acute kidney injury, creatine use or recent cooked meat intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a high creatinine result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh creatinine can occur with reduced kidney filtration, dehydration, muscle injury, strenuous exercise, creatine supplements, recent meat intake and some medicines. The trend and eGFR are more informative than one isolated result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a low creatinine result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow creatinine often reflects lower muscle mass, small body size, pregnancy, malnutrition or reduced creatine production. It does not usually indicate kidney failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a high urea result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh urea may occur with dehydration, reduced kidney filtration, high protein intake, gastrointestinal bleeding, severe illness, increased tissue breakdown or some medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a low urea result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow urea may occur with low protein intake, overhydration, pregnancy, reduced liver urea production or malnutrition. It should be interpreted with creatinine, eGFR and clinical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to fast for a kidney function test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Follow the kit instructions and avoid an unusually large cooked meat meal, creatine supplements and very strenuous exercise immediately before testing where practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow much water should I drink before the test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse normal hydration. Dehydration can raise urea and creatinine, while excessive water intake may dilute some results. Do not force large quantities of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan exercise affect creatinine and eGFR?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Strenuous exercise and muscle injury can temporarily raise creatinine and lower calculated eGFR. Record recent intense exercise and consider delaying routine testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan creatine supplements affect kidney blood results?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreatine supplements can raise serum creatinine without necessarily representing a true reduction in filtration. Declare supplements and discuss an unexpected result with a clinician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan medicines affect kidney function results?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics, trimethoprim and other medicines can affect kidney function or creatinine interpretation. Do not stop prescribed medicines without medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this test include potassium and sodium?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is not a complete urea and electrolytes profile. Sodium, potassium, chloride and bicarbonate are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this test include a urine ACR test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Urine albumin to creatinine ratio is an important test for kidney damage, particularly in diabetes, hypertension and chronic kidney disease risk assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan normal eGFR rule out kidney disease?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Early kidney disease may be present with a normal eGFR if urine albumin, blood in the urine, imaging or another marker is abnormal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat happens after a low eGFR result?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GP may repeat creatinine and eGFR, compare previous results, request urine ACR and urinalysis, review blood pressure and medicines, and check electrolytes or other causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen is a low eGFR urgent?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrgency depends on the level, how quickly it changed, symptoms and potassium or other results. A very low result, a rapid fall or symptoms of acute kidney injury require prompt medical assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat kidney symptoms need urgent medical attention?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent help for a major reduction in urine output, severe vomiting or dehydration, confusion, collapse, breathlessness with swelling, blood in the urine with severe pain, or feeling acutely unwell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the laboratories UKAS accredited and CQC registered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamples are processed through UKAS accredited laboratories within a CQC registered diagnostic pathway. Collection equipment is UKCA and CE marked and supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"kidney_footer_note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis panel measures selected kidney filtration markers. It cannot diagnose chronic kidney disease from one result or identify urine protein loss.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent help for a major reduction in urine output, severe vomiting or dehydration, confusion, collapse, breathlessness with swelling, blood in the urine with severe pain, or feeling acutely unwell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare low, falling or markedly abnormal results with a GP. Do not stop NSAIDs, blood pressure medicines, diuretics or other prescribed treatment solely from a home result without clinical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54410019438931,"sku":"477-kidney-function-test","price":79.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Home_Kidney_Function_Test_UK_-_eGFR_Creatinine.png?v=1785173261"},{"product_id":"liver-panel-test","title":"Home Liver Function Test UK - Liver Blood Test Kit","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eHome Liver Function Test UK | Liver Blood Test Kit\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cmeta content=\"Order a home liver function test in the UK. 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These markers may provide information about liver cell injury, bile duct patterns and protein status, but they cannot prove that the liver is healthy or diagnose a specific condition by themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 biomarkers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbumin, total protein, globulin, GGT, ALT and ALP\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapillary blood collected into the supplied microtainer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK laboratory pathway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUKAS accredited and CQC registered laboratory processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC1BLP02600\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_notice\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelected liver panel, not a complete liver assessment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product does not include bilirubin, AST, clotting or INR, platelet count, hepatitis screening, ultrasound, fibrosis scoring or FibroScan. ALT, GGT and ALP are enzymes associated with injury or cholestasis and are not direct measurements of liver function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrgent symptoms should not wait for home testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent help for vomiting blood, black stools, severe abdominal pain, collapse, confusion, marked drowsiness, rapidly increasing abdominal swelling, or jaundice with fever or severe illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_eyebrow\"\u003eQuality and compliance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome liver testing supported by UK standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_trust_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUKAS accredited laboratories\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eISO 15189 accreditation supports laboratory competence, quality systems and diagnostic performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCQC registered services\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe diagnostic pathway uses organisations registered with the Care Quality Commission.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliant collection equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eUKCA and CE marked equipment supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinically bounded claims\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe page distinguishes liver enzymes, protein markers, true liver function and fibrosis assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this liver panel measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eHealth area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eBiomarkers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat they may help show\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiver cell injury\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eALT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePossible hepatocellular injury, interpreted with symptoms, medicines and other tests.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiliary and enzyme pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGGT and ALP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePossible cholestatic pattern and whether a raised ALP may be liver related.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlbumin, total protein and globulin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiver synthesis context alongside inflammation, kidney loss, nutrition and immune activity.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho may consider this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis home liver function test may be considered by adults seeking selected liver and protein information in the context of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn earlier abnormal ALT, GGT, ALP, albumin or protein result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol, weight or metabolic risk being reviewed with a clinician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedicines or supplements that may require liver monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA history of fatty liver or another liver condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent tiredness, nausea, itching or right upper abdominal discomfort alongside medical advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA request from a GP or another qualified clinician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymptoms such as jaundice, abdominal swelling, bleeding, confusion or severe pain require clinical assessment rather than routine home screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding common liver blood patterns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese simplified patterns support discussion and are not diagnoses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePossible context\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eImportant limitation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePredominantly raised ALT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay suggest a hepatocellular injury pattern from metabolic liver disease, alcohol, viral hepatitis, medicines or other causes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eALT height does not reliably stage fibrosis or remaining liver function.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaised ALP and GGT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay support a cholestatic or biliary pattern.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImaging, bilirubin and wider tests may be required to identify the cause.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaised ALP with normal GGT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay suggest a non hepatic source such as bone, growth, pregnancy or vitamin D deficiency.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional bone and vitamin D assessment may be needed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow albumin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with chronic liver disease, kidney loss, inflammation, poor nutrition or fluid overload.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlbumin is non specific and changes slowly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh globulin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect inflammation, infection, autoimmune disease, chronic liver disease or increased immunoglobulins.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersistent elevation may require immunoglobulins or protein electrophoresis.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the home liver blood test works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"liver_step_number\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview preparation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord alcohol, medicines, supplements, recent illness, exercise and previous liver results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"liver_step_number\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCollect and return\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect capillary blood into the supplied microtainer and return it using the provided packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"liver_step_number\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReview the complete pattern\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterpret enzymes and proteins with symptoms, risk factors, medicines and any previous results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing for the test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFasting is not generally required. Follow the supplied kit instructions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid unusually heavy drinking before collection and record your usual intake.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord all prescribed and over the counter medicines, including paracetamol, statins, antibiotics and antiepileptics. Do not stop treatment yourself.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord herbal remedies, bodybuilding products, vitamins and weight loss products.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExercise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid unusually strenuous exercise before collection because muscle injury can influence some enzyme results.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecent illness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcute illness may temporarily change liver enzymes and proteins. Delay non urgent routine testing until recovered where practical.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord pregnancy because ALP can rise from placental production and requires appropriate interpretation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBiomarkers and result interpretation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect each marker to read what it measures, preparation guidance and how low, normal, high or urgent results may be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"liver_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAlbumin\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbumin is the most abundant protein in blood plasma and is produced by the liver. It transports hormones, medicines and other substances and helps maintain fluid balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbumin changes relatively slowly and is not a sensitive marker of acute liver injury. Low levels may reflect chronic liver disease, but kidney loss, inflammation, malnutrition, malabsorption and fluid overload are also important causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Record alcohol intake, prescribed medicines, paracetamol, antibiotics, statins, antiepileptics, steroids, bodybuilding products, herbal supplements, recent illness and unusually strenuous exercise. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_critical\"\u003eCritical low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA very low result may occur with advanced liver disease, kidney protein loss, severe inflammation, malnutrition or critical illness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange prompt clinical review and follow the laboratory escalation advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect reduced synthesis, protein loss, inflammation, poor nutrition, malabsorption or fluid overload.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss liver, kidney, inflammatory and nutritional assessment with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory reference interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal albumin does not exclude liver inflammation, fatty liver, fibrosis or early cirrhosis.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost commonly reflects dehydration or concentration of the sample.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReview hydration and discuss a persistent or unexpected result.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly high result is unusual and commonly reflects significant dehydration, sample concentration or analytical factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFollow urgent or repeat testing advice from the laboratory.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"liver_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTotal protein\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal protein is the combined amount of albumin and globulin in the blood. It provides broad information but does not identify which protein group is responsible for an abnormal result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh and low results are not specific to the liver and should be interpreted with albumin, globulin, hydration, inflammation, kidney function and clinical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Record alcohol intake, prescribed medicines, paracetamol, antibiotics, statins, antiepileptics, steroids, bodybuilding products, herbal supplements, recent illness and unusually strenuous exercise. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with liver disease, kidney protein loss, malnutrition, malabsorption, inflammation or fluid overload.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss albumin, globulin, kidney and nutritional assessment with a clinician.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal total protein does not prove that liver function is normal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay reflect dehydration, infection, inflammation, autoimmune disease or increased immunoglobulins.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA persistent unexplained result may require immunoglobulins or protein electrophoresis.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"liver_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eGlobulin\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobulin is usually calculated by subtracting albumin from total protein. The globulin fraction includes antibodies and several transport proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all globulins are made by the liver. Changes may reflect immune activity, inflammation, infection, protein loss, liver disease or disorders that increase a particular immunoglobulin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Record alcohol intake, prescribed medicines, paracetamol, antibiotics, statins, antiepileptics, steroids, bodybuilding products, herbal supplements, recent illness and unusually strenuous exercise. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with immunodeficiency, protein loss, liver disease, malnutrition or some blood conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss repeat testing and the need for immunoglobulin or kidney assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal globulin does not exclude liver or immune disease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with infection, inflammation, autoimmune disease, chronic liver disease or paraprotein disorders.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA persistent unexplained rise may require immunoglobulins and protein electrophoresis.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"liver_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eGamma glutamyl transferase (GGT)\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGGT is an enzyme found mainly in the liver and biliary system. It can support interpretation of a raised ALP and may rise with cholestasis, alcohol exposure, metabolic liver disease and several medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGGT is sensitive but not specific. A raised result does not identify the cause, and a normal result does not exclude liver disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol limitation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGGT cannot establish how much alcohol a person drinks or prove that alcohol is the cause of an abnormal result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Record alcohol intake, prescribed medicines, paracetamol, antibiotics, statins, antiepileptics, steroids, bodybuilding products, herbal supplements, recent illness and unusually strenuous exercise. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA low GGT is usually not clinically concerning.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret the wider panel and symptoms rather than the low result alone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal result does not exclude fatty liver, fibrosis, hepatitis or another liver condition.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with alcohol exposure, cholestasis, metabolic liver disease, hepatitis, medicines or enzyme induction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss alcohol, medicines, metabolic risk and the ALP and ALT pattern with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly raised result may accompany significant cholestasis, alcohol related injury, medicine effects or other liver disease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange prompt clinical review and follow the laboratory escalation advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"liver_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAlanine aminotransferase (ALT)\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALT is an enzyme concentrated in liver cells. It may enter the blood when hepatocytes are injured and is therefore a marker of hepatocellular injury rather than a direct measure of liver function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALT may rise with metabolic fatty liver, alcohol, viral hepatitis, medicines, supplements and other causes. The magnitude of elevation does not reliably indicate the amount of fibrosis or remaining liver function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Record alcohol intake, prescribed medicines, paracetamol, antibiotics, statins, antiepileptics, steroids, bodybuilding products, herbal supplements, recent illness and unusually strenuous exercise. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA low ALT is usually not clinically concerning, although it may occur with low muscle mass, frailty or nutritional factors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret the result with symptoms and the wider clinical picture.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal ALT does not exclude fatty liver, hepatitis, fibrosis, cirrhosis or liver cancer.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay indicate liver cell injury from metabolic liver disease, alcohol, viral hepatitis, medicines, supplements or other causes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss the result, trend, alcohol and medicine history with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA marked rise can occur with acute hepatitis, medicine related injury, ischaemia or another significant liver insult.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeek prompt medical assessment and follow the laboratory's urgent advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"liver_biomarker\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAlkaline phosphatase (ALP)\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_biomarker_body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALP is an enzyme found in the bile ducts, bones, placenta and other tissues. It is not specific to the liver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA raised ALP together with a raised GGT supports a liver or biliary source. An isolated ALP rise may come from bone growth, healing, vitamin D deficiency, pregnancy or bone disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_subnote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required. Record alcohol intake, prescribed medicines, paracetamol, antibiotics, statins, antiepileptics, steroids, bodybuilding products, herbal supplements, recent illness and unusually strenuous exercise. Do not stop prescribed treatment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to understand this result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_critical\"\u003eCritical low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly low ALP is uncommon and may reflect malnutrition, zinc or magnesium deficiency, hypothyroidism, severe anaemia or rare hypophosphatasia.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange clinical review where the result is persistent or symptoms are present.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay occur with nutritional deficiency, hypothyroidism, anaemia, medicine effects or rare inherited conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscuss repeat testing and the clinical context with a GP.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFalls within the laboratory interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA normal ALP does not exclude liver or bone disease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay arise from cholestasis, bile duct obstruction, bone turnover, vitamin D deficiency, pregnancy or other causes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpret it with GGT, symptoms, pregnancy and bone or vitamin D context.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"liver_status liver_critical\"\u003eCritical high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA markedly raised result can occur with significant biliary obstruction, cholestatic liver disease or major bone pathology.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange prompt medical review and follow the laboratory escalation advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this panel does not include\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"liver_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhy it may matter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilirubin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelps assess bilirubin handling, jaundice and some cholestatic or haemolytic patterns.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay support hepatocellular pattern assessment and fibrosis scoring.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINR or clotting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvides more direct information about liver synthetic function in acute or advanced disease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatelet count\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay contribute to fibrosis risk assessment and portal hypertension context.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHepatitis screening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecific antigen, antibody or molecular tests are required to identify viral hepatitis.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltrasound, ELF or FibroScan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay be required to assess fat, bile ducts, structural change or liver fibrosis.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\" id=\"content-standards\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_eyebrow\"\u003eEvidence and content standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this product information was prepared\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page was prepared from the supplied six marker Liver Panel specification and checked against current NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service, NHS pathway, British Liver Trust, UKAS and CQC information on liver enzymes, protein markers, cholestasis, fibrosis limitations and home testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_method_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct specification checked\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAt home format, capillary specimen, six biomarkers, fasting guidance and product code.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK clinical evidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNHS sources used for ALT, GGT, ALP, albumin, cholestatic patterns and follow up.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErrors corrected\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAlbumin, globulin and enzyme interpretations were rewritten to remove unsupported symptoms and misleading claims.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eReview at least annually and earlier when liver guidance, laboratory methods or medicine safety advice changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section\" id=\"medical-review\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_eyebrow\"\u003eClinical accountability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical interpretation, metabolic context and governance review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe review roles are separated across medical interpretation, metabolic and nutritional context, and clinical governance. The reviewers are not presented as consultant hepatologists or gastroenterologists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_review_grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"liver_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Snieguole Geige\" class=\"liver_review_avatar liver_review_avatar_snieguole\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"liver_review_label\"\u003eMedical interpretation and limitations reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"liver_review_name\"\u003eDr Snieguole Geige\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_review_title\"\u003eDentist, Medical Doctor and Senior Adviser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed enzyme and protein interpretations, urgent symptoms, medicine disclosure and the distinction between selected blood markers and diagnosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"liver_review_link\" href=\"\/pages\/dr-snieguole-geige-dentist-medical-doctor-and-senior-adviser\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"liver_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Rimas Geiga\" class=\"liver_review_avatar liver_review_avatar_rimas\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"liver_review_label\"\u003eMetabolic and nutritional context reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"liver_review_name\"\u003eDr Rimas Geiga\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor, Nutritional Sciences Adviser and Healthy Ageing Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed metabolic liver risk, alcohol and nutrition context, protein markers, healthy ageing boundaries and responsible lifestyle information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"liver_review_link\" href=\"\/pages\/dr-rimas-geiga-medical-doctor-nutritional-sciences-adviser-and-healthy-ageing-expert\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"liver_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Laura Geige\" class=\"liver_review_avatar liver_review_avatar_laura\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"liver_review_label\"\u003eClinical governance and patient safety oversight\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"liver_review_name\"\u003eDr Laura Geige\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_review_title\"\u003eMedical Director, Senior Practitioner and Skin Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed patient facing clarity, urgent escalation, claims compliance, follow up boundaries and the separation of laboratory information from prescribing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"liver_review_link\" href=\"\/pages\/dr-laura-geige-medical-director-senior-practitioner-and-skin-expert\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_review_meta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical review date\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNext scheduled review\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBy 26 July 2027 or earlier when UK guidance changes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_board_link\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/medical-advisory-board\"\u003eMeet the Grace Belgravia Medical Advisory Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section liver_sources\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_eyebrow\"\u003eAuthoritative references\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUK liver blood test and home testing sources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eView the evidence sources used\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"liver_sources_body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNHS Specialist Pharmacy Service: assessing liver function and interpreting liver blood tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoyal United Hospitals Bath NHS: liver function tests in adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorth Bristol NHS: investigation of abnormal liver blood tests in primary care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBritish Liver Trust: home testing for liver disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNICE information on liver fibrosis assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUKAS ISO 15189 medical laboratory accreditation information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCQC guidance on diagnostic and screening procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_section liver_faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"liver_eyebrow\"\u003eSearch led questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome liver function test FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I take a liver function test at home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This kit uses capillary blood collected at home and returned for laboratory analysis. It measures six selected enzymes and proteins, but a home result cannot by itself confirm that the liver is healthy or diagnose liver disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does this liver blood test measure?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel reports albumin, total protein, globulin, gamma glutamyl transferase, alanine aminotransferase and alkaline phosphatase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this a complete liver function test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a selected six marker liver blood panel. It does not include bilirubin, AST, clotting or INR, platelet count or imaging, so it should not be described as a complete assessment of liver function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to fast for a liver function test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting is not generally required for these six markers. Follow the kit instructions and record recent alcohol, medicines, supplements, illness and unusually strenuous exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan alcohol affect liver blood test results?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Alcohol can raise GGT and may influence other liver markers. Avoid unusually heavy drinking before collection and record your typical intake. Do not use a single result to judge whether alcohol has or has not damaged the liver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan medicines or supplements affect liver results?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Prescribed medicines, over the counter products, bodybuilding products and herbal supplements can alter liver enzymes or cause liver injury. Record everything taken and do not stop prescribed treatment without medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a high ALT result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALT commonly rises when liver cells are injured. Possible causes include metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease, alcohol, viral hepatitis, medicines and other liver conditions. The height of ALT does not reliably show how much permanent liver damage is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a normal ALT result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA normal ALT is reassuring but does not exclude fatty liver, fibrosis, cirrhosis, hepatitis or another liver condition. Symptoms and risk factors may require further assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a high GGT result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGGT may rise with alcohol exposure, cholestasis, metabolic liver disease and several medicines. It is sensitive but not specific, so the cause cannot be determined from GGT alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a high ALP result mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALP may come from the liver, bile ducts, bones or placenta. A raised ALP together with a raised GGT supports a liver or biliary source, while an isolated ALP rise may require bone and vitamin D assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does low albumin mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow albumin can occur with chronic liver disease, kidney protein loss, inflammation, malnutrition, malabsorption or fluid overload. It is not specific to the liver and requires clinical review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does high albumin mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh albumin most commonly reflects dehydration or concentration of the blood sample. It is not usually a sign that the liver is producing too much protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does high total protein mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh total protein may occur with dehydration, inflammation, infection or increased immunoglobulins, including paraprotein disorders. Albumin and globulin should be considered separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does high globulin mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh globulin may occur with infection, inflammation, autoimmune disease, chronic liver disease or increased immunoglobulins. A persistent unexplained rise may require immunoglobulin tests or protein electrophoresis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this test detect fatty liver?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Liver enzymes may be normal in metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease. Diagnosis and fibrosis risk assessment may require clinical review, metabolic tests, ultrasound, FIB 4, ELF or FibroScan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this test detect liver fibrosis or cirrhosis?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Routine enzymes and proteins cannot reliably stage liver scarring. Fibrosis assessment may use platelet count, AST, FIB 4, ELF testing, transient elastography or imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this test diagnose hepatitis?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Viral hepatitis requires specific antigen, antibody or molecular tests. Liver enzymes may be raised or normal and cannot identify the virus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan normal liver blood tests rule out liver disease?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Some liver conditions cause normal or only mildly abnormal blood results, particularly early disease or established fibrosis. Risk factors and symptoms remain important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat happens after an abnormal liver result?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GP may repeat the panel, review alcohol, weight, medicines and supplements, and request bilirubin, AST, full blood count, clotting, hepatitis screening, autoimmune tests, iron studies, ultrasound or fibrosis assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this test monitor medicines that affect the liver?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may provide selected information, but medicine monitoring must follow the prescriber's requested markers, timing and action thresholds. This panel may not contain every test required for a particular medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat liver symptoms need urgent medical assessment?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent help for vomiting blood, black stools, severe abdominal pain, collapse, confusion, marked drowsiness, rapidly increasing abdominal swelling, or jaundice with fever or severe illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this test check for liver cancer?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. These markers do not screen for or exclude liver cancer. Assessment may require examination, imaging and specialist tests based on symptoms and risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the laboratories UKAS accredited and CQC registered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamples are processed through UKAS accredited laboratories within a CQC registered diagnostic pathway. Collection equipment is UKCA and CE marked and supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"liver_footer_note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis panel measures selected liver enzymes and blood proteins. It cannot confirm that the liver is healthy or diagnose the cause of an abnormal result.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent help for vomiting blood, black stools, severe abdominal pain, collapse, confusion, marked drowsiness, rapidly increasing abdominal swelling, or jaundice with fever or severe illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare persistent, changing or markedly abnormal results with a GP. Do not stop alcohol suddenly if dependent, or start, stop or change medicines from a home result alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54410033234259,"sku":"478-liver-panel-test","price":79.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/Home_Liver_Function_Test_UK_-_Liver_Blood_Test_Kit.png?v=1785172873"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/collections\/Liver_Kidney_Function_Blood_Test_Home_Kits_UK.png?v=1785230367","url":"https:\/\/gracebelgravia.com\/collections\/liver-kidney-function-blood-test-home-kits-uk.oembed","provider":"Grace Belgravia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}