What does the liver do?

The liver is a very important organ as it filters all of our blood, filtering out poisonous substances like drugs and alcohol. It also produces bile which is integral to digestion.

What are the first signs of liver disease?

The signs of liver disease can include: loss of appetite feeling tired and weak loss of libido yellow skin and white of the eyes (jaundice) feeling nauseous feeling itchy

How can I keep my liver healthy?

Remember that your liver has to work hard to filter out harmful substances in your blood, what you eat and drink has an important part to play in ensuring a health liver. The following can help to ensure a healthy liver: moderate the amount of alcohol you drink (NHS alcohol support) drinking a few cups of coffee may reduce cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver practise safe sex to avoid hepatitis C, which infects the liver monitor the use of prescription drugs that may harm your liver be careful what supplements you take as your liver can be harmed by: coltsfoot, comfrey, groomwell, and borage eat a wide range of fruits and vegetables as part of a balanced diet low in ultra-processed foods exercise and keep a healthy BMI monitor your liver function with blood tests

How soon will the test arrive?

If you order your test before midday on a Monday to Friday then your kit will be dispatched the same day. All our kits are sent out via Royal Mail first class post, so it should be with you within 1-2 working days.

How secure is my data?

We have strict processes in place to ensure the protection of your data. Following GDPR the company also operates under tight legal rules about the sharing of data which ensures that data is only shared if it is crucial to the delivery of our service. For example, our doctors see customer results at the time of review, however, after review, access to results is withdrawn.

Can I have someone take my blood for me?

Yes. We offer two options if you do not want to do our finger prick test. The first is a home appointment where a nurse comes to your home to take a blood sample. The second is to visit a Phlebotomy clinic near you that offers a blood sample service. A blood sample will be taken from your vein and we will provide you with everything you need to give to the nurse to allow them to take the sample. The nurse will give you the blood sample to return to us using the pre-paid envelope provided.

Does a doctor review my results?

We have a team of doctors and nurses who look at all results and will comment on any results that are outside of the normal range for your age.

Can I download the results to share with my GP?

Yes, you can download your results from your health dashboard as a PDF to share with your GP.

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Liver Function Test

If you're concerned about your liver health, or you think you may be at risk of liver disease, our Liver Health home blood test is a great way to check. It assesses key health markers associated with liver function and checks for liver disease.

£49

+ £5 Voucher when you order today

When do I take the test?

If you have consumed a large amount of alcohol, we recommend leaving a gap of 72-96 hours before taking this test.

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Did you know?

9 out of 10 cases of liver disease could be prevented

British Liver Trust: Liver disease in numbers – key facts and statistics

What does a liver blood test check?

If you’re worried that your lifestyle might be impacting your liver, our test will help give you peace of mind or identify areas for improvement. Understanding how well your liver is functioning will help you take more control over your health and make the right lifestyle changes for you. This test checks 6 key biomarkers related to liver health.

How to check liver function at home

Our liver function blood test is a finger prick test, making it easy to collect your blood sample from home. It comes with everything you need to do the test, including free return postage to our labs for analysis. We’ve put together a full how-to video to help you collect your blood sample.

Frequently asked questions

This is what our customers ask us most about this test. For more information, try our help centre.

What does the liver do?

The liver is a very important organ as it filters all of our blood, filtering out poisonous substances like drugs and alcohol. It also produces bile which is integral to digestion.
What are the first signs of liver disease?
The signs of liver disease can include:
- loss of appetite
- feeling tired and weak
- loss of libido
- yellow skin and white of the eyes (jaundice)
- feeling nauseous
- feeling itchy
How can I keep my liver healthy?
Remember that your liver has to work hard to filter out harmful substances in your blood, what you eat and drink has an important part to play in ensuring a health liver.

The following can help to ensure a healthy liver:
- moderate the amount of alcohol you drink (NHS alcohol support)
- drinking a few cups of coffee may reduce cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver
- practise safe sex to avoid hepatitis C, which infects the liver
- monitor the use of prescription drugs that may harm your liver
- be careful what supplements you take as your liver can be harmed by: coltsfoot, comfrey, groomwell, and borage
- eat a wide range of fruits and vegetables as part of a balanced diet low in ultra-processed foods
- exercise and keep a healthy BMI
- monitor your liver function with blood tests
How soon will the test arrive?

If you order your test before midday on a Monday to Friday then your kit will be dispatched the same day. All our kits are sent out via Royal Mail first class post, so it should be with you within 1-2 working days.
How secure is my data?

We have strict processes in place to ensure the protection of your data. Following GDPR the company also operates under tight legal rules about the sharing of data which ensures that data is only shared if it is crucial to the delivery of our service. For example, our doctors see customer results at the time of review, however, after review, access to results is withdrawn.

Learn more about your data security.

Can I have someone take my blood for me?

Yes. We offer two options if you do not want to do our finger prick test. The first is a home appointment where a nurse comes to your home to take a blood sample. The second is to visit a Phlebotomy clinic near you that offers a blood sample service.

A blood sample will be taken from your vein and we will provide you with everything you need to give to the nurse to allow them to take the sample.

The nurse will give you the blood sample to return to us using the pre-paid envelope provided.
Does a doctor review my results?

We have a team of doctors and nurses who look at all results and will comment on any results that are outside of the normal range for your age.
Can I download the results to share with my GP?

Yes, you can download your results from your health dashboard as a PDF to share with your GP.

Learn how to export your results.

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Clinical Lead

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Nutrition Lead

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Dr Michael Cornes

Scientific Officer

Consultant clinical scientist, FRCPath, BSc Biochemistry, MSc Clinical Biochemistry, PhD Biochemistry

"Your liver is the body's major processing centre. A liver function test measures various enzymes, proteins, and substances in your blood that are involved in a number of metabolic pathways. The results show if your liver is functioning properly, helping assess the impact of diet, alcohol, exercise and some medications."

Dr Thom Phillips

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Very easy to use with clear instructions , all round efficient process, detailed results and fast turnaround. Would definitely recommend.

Lisa

20 April 2023

Everything worked as described. Posted sample on monday and results on thursday afternoon. Clear graphics accompanying the results for easy interpretation. Would be happy to use the company again.

Mark

30 March

The test results came back quickly and the results are displayed in an easy to understand dashboard. There are explanations for each biomarkers and advice for increasing normal levels.

Hollie

20 May

Finding out what is going on inside your body is key, especially now that the NHS is in crisis. If we can take control of our wellness (and flag up potential problems early) that has got to be a good thing.

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I am very satisfied with your excellent service and I have recommended you to all my friends who are also very interested in your products.

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How it works

Getting the insights you need to improve your health has never been easier.

1. Choose your blood test

No need to wait for a GP appointment, choose from our wide range of tests which come with everything you need to take your sample and return to our lab.

2. Collect your sample

Take your finger prick blood sample at home, or choose to have your blood taken at a Superdrug health clinic or a nurse at home. Return to our NHS lab using our prepaid envelope.