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Liver function test (LFT) — book at home in Nigeria

Also known as LFT, liver enzymes, AST ALT test. Booked in the app, collected at your home, explained by a doctor.

This page is general health information, not a diagnosis. Always consult a licensed clinician about your own health.

What it is

Measures liver enzymes, bilirubin and proteins to assess how your liver is working.

Why doctors order it

Ordered for jaundice, hepatitis follow-up, alcohol review and before/while taking medicines that stress the liver.

Sample & preparation

Sample
Blood (venous draw)
Preparation
Fasting may be requested.
Turnaround
24 hours

How home collection works

  1. Book in the app

    Choose the test and a time that suits you — the price is shown before you pay.

  2. Sample collected at home

    A trained phlebotomist comes to you with sealed, single-use kits.

  3. Results, explained

    Results land in the app and a doctor walks you through what they mean.

Frequently asked questions

What sample does the Liver function test (LFT) need?
Blood (venous draw). A trained phlebotomist collects it at your home with sealed, single-use kits.
Do I need to prepare for the Liver function test (LFT)?
Fasting may be requested.
How long do Liver function test (LFT) results take?
24 hours. Results arrive in the GoDoctor app, and a doctor can explain what they mean in an online consultation.

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