Fibroscan

FibroScan® is an FDA-approved non-invasive diagnostic device used to measure liver scarring, or fibrosis, caused by a number of liver diseases. Like a conventional liver ultrasound exam, outpatient FibroScan testing is quick, painless, and simple.

It is a non-surgical alternative to traditional liver biopsy to assess liver damage.

A FibroScan test may be used to:

Your doctor may recommend a FibroScan test if you have one or more of the following chronic liver conditions:

• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• Alcoholic liver disease
• Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
• Autoimmune hepatitis
• Genetic diseases such as hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease
• Cirrhosis
• Abnormal liver enzymes

Preparing for a FibroScan test

You must avoid all food and liquids (including water) three hours before the procedure.

FibroScan results are provided immediately after the test. The healthcare professional performing your exam will provide you with a copy of your results at the end of your visit.