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The hepatic function panel evaluates: 1  Alanine aminotransferase (ALT). This enzyme, found in the liver, plays a role in metabolism, the process that converts food into energy. 2  Alkaline phosphatase (ALP). This enzyme is found in the liver, bones, intestines, kidneys, and other organs. 3  Aspartate aminotransferase (AST).
What Is a Hepatic (Liver) Function Panel? A liver function panel is a blood test that helps doctors check for liver injury, infection, or disease. Liver function panels also can check for side effects in the liver from some medicines. Why Are Liver Function Panels Done? A liver function panel is done to learn information about the levels of: Albumin and total protein, which help build and maintain muscles, bones, blood, and organ tissue. Low levels may be seen with liver or kidney disease, or nutritional problems.