Why do I need liver function testing?You may need liver function testing if you have symptoms of liver disease. These include:Jaundice, a condition that causes your skin and eyes to turn yellowNausea and vomitingDiarrheaAbdominal painDark-colored urineLight-colored stoolFatigueYou may also need these tests if you have certain risk factors. You may be at higher risk for liver disease if you:Have a family history of liver diseaseHave alcohol use disorder, a condition in which you have difficulty controlling how much you drinkThink you have been exposed to a hepatitis virusTake medicines that may cause liver damage
