What are the Limitations of Using Liver Enzymes as Biomarkers?
While liver enzymes are valuable biomarkers for liver function, they have limitations. Elevated enzyme levels are not specific to liver disease and can occur in other conditions, such as muscle injury or heart disease. Additionally, normal enzyme levels do not always rule out liver damage, as some chronic liver diseases may not show enzyme elevation until advanced stages. Therefore, comprehensive assessment is necessary, often involving other diagnostic procedures.
