Diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation and diagnostic tests:
1. Physical Examination: Assessing for signs like jaundice and hepatomegaly. 2. Blood Tests: Including liver function tests (AST, ALT, ALP, bilirubin levels) and coagulation profiles. 3. Imaging Studies: Ultrasound, CT scans, and MRI can provide detailed images of liver structure. 4. Liver Biopsy: A sample of liver tissue may be examined under a microscope to determine the extent of liver damage and the underlying cause. 5. Genetic Testing: Useful for diagnosing congenital and metabolic liver diseases.
