Who Should Have a Liver Elastography (Liver Fibrosis Scan) Assessment? What Does It Involve?

Protect Your Liver Health with a Liver Elastography (Liver Fibrosis Scan) Assessment at The Health Suite Leicester to identify liver fibrosis.

Your liver is one of the most vital organs in your body, responsible for detoxifying chemicals, metabolising nutrients, and supporting digestion. However, liver disease is often silent in its early stages, meaning damage can progress without noticeable symptoms. That’s where a Comprehensive Liver Elastography Assessment can help.

At The Health Suite in Leicester, we offer Comprehensive Liver Elastography assessments to check for liver fibrosis (scarring) and fat accumulation in a quick and non-invasive manner. This is combined with a blood test for a detailed overview and a follow-up GP appointment to receive an expert review of the blood test and imaging results. If you’re concerned about your liver health, a Comprehensive Liver Elastography Assessment could be the essential screening tool you need.

Who Should Have a Liver Elastography Assessment?

Liver disease can affect anyone, but certain groups are at higher risk. You should consider a Liver Elastography Assessment at The Health Suite if you have:

1. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)

NAFLD, now often referred to as Metabolically Dysregulated-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), is one of the most common liver conditions worldwide. It affects individuals with:

• Obesity
• Type 2 diabetes
• High cholesterol or triglycerides
• Insulin resistance

Excess fat in the liver can lead to inflammation and progress to liver fibrosis, increasing the risk of cirrhosis and liver failure if left untreated.

2. Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ARLD)

Regular alcohol consumption over time damages liver cells, leading to fibrosis and cirrhosis. A Liver Elastography Assessment can detect early signs of liver stiffness, allowing you to take action before irreversible damage occurs.

3. Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome

Diabetes is a major risk factor for liver fibrosis. High blood sugar levels can promote fat buildup in the liver, leading to scarring over time. People with type 2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome should have regular Liver Elastography (Liver Fibrosis Scan) Assessment to monitor their liver health.

4. Viral Hepatitis (Hepatitis B or C)

Chronic viral infections such as hepatitis B or C can lead to long-term inflammation and fibrosis, even if you do not have symptoms. Regular liver monitoring with a Liver Elastography Assessment helps to detect and manage potential complications.

5. Unexplained Liver Function Abnormalities

If your blood tests show abnormal liver function, but the cause is unclear, a Liver Elastography Assessment can provide deeper insights into your liver’s condition without the need for an invasive biopsy.

The Comprehensive Liver Elastography (Liver Fibrosis Scan) Assessment Evaluates

 – Liver Fibrosis (Scarring)

• Quantitative measurement of liver stiffness
• Helps stratify risk from mild fibrosis through to advanced fibrosis or cirrhosis

 – Liver Fat Content

• Ultrasound assessment of hepatic steatosis
• Relevant for fatty liver disease (NAFLD / MASLD)

 – Liver Structure

• Liver size, contour, and echotexture
• Identification of focal lesions (e.g. cysts, masses) where present
• Assessment of biliary appearances where relevant

 – Blood-Based Fibrosis Risk

• Blood tests are taken at the time of the appointment and used to calculate FIB-4, incorporating: Age, AST, ALT, and platelet count. This supports imaging findings and improves overall risk stratification.

Technology Used

We use GE ultrasound systems with Shear Wave Elastography (SWE). SWE is a widely accepted elastography modality used in NHS and hospital hepatology settings. Some patients search for a FibroScan, which is a proprietary, branded elastography device. Ultrasound-based shear wave elastography provides the same core clinical information on liver stiffness, while allowing simultaneous diagnostic ultrasound imaging of liver anatomy and fat content.

Why Choose a Liver Elastography (Liver Fibrosis Scan) Assessment at The Health Suite?

At The Health Suite Leicester, we provide expert-led Liver Elastography Assessments in a discreet and comfortable environment. Early detection of liver fibrosis is essential in preventing severe liver disease, and our team is here to support you with expert guidance and advice.

Book your Liver Elastography (Liver Fibrosis Scan) Assessment today at The Health Suite in Leicester and take control of your liver health!