I had an MRI that showed no fatty liver done in Febuary. I'm 33 and very healthy. I just drank more than I should have for several years. I do not plan to ever drink again. Will my liver continue to work normally as long as I abstain?
Your tests are in the normal range. It's very important that you continue abstinence from alcohol: any damage that was done may not be reversible, but to the extent that it was due to alcohol, it won't get worse unless you drink again. Some lab variation can occur. It would make sense to repeat the tests in the future to be sure they remain in the normal range, but at this time there seems to be no reason to worry about the liver tests themselves.
Hello - thanks for asking your question.
I agree with the assessment below. There would be some variation between labs that can cause the differences you are seeing. The important thing is that they are still below reference range.
With evidence of a fatty liver on ultrasound, it is important that you continue abstinence from alcohol.
It would be reasonable to recheck the liver function tests in 6 months to make sure that they are not rising.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.