FIB-4 INDEX
- Category
- Liver
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- Above 5 Years
What Is This Test?
FIB-4 is a calculated index using age, SGOT/AST, SGPT/ALT and platelet count to estimate the degree of liver scarring (fibrosis).
Why this test is performed?
A simple, non-invasive way to assess fibrosis risk in fatty liver disease and chronic hepatitis B or C, helping decide who needs further tests such as FibroScan.
Who should take this test?
Jaundice, nausea, abdominal pain or swelling, alcohol use, fatty liver, hepatitis risk, or people on long-term medicines.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
What's included 4 parameters
Fibrosis Score (1)
- Fibrosis Score
SGOT / AST (1)
- SGOT/AST
SGPT / ALT (1)
- SGPT/ALT
Platelet Count (1)
- Platelet Count
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Frequently asked questions
No. It is a screening tool; a low score makes advanced fibrosis unlikely, while a high score needs further evaluation.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 15–39 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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