FibroScan® is a quick, painless, and non-invasive scan that measures liver stiffness and fat levels. It helps detect liver damage long before symptoms appear, making it one of the most important tools in modern liver medicine.
At Leaders in Liver Health, your scan is performed and interpreted by our expert Consultant Hepatologists. Results are available instantly and explained during the same appointment.
Whether you need a one-off assessment, monitoring, or scan-based diagnosis before treatment, we offer FibroScan® appointments in Leaders in Liver Health.
FibroScan® is a non-invasive ultrasound-based test that measures how stiff the liver is. The stiffer the liver, the more scarring (fibrosis) is present. It also measures liver fat (steatosis).
FibroScan® is used in a variety of liver disease, including:
The FibroScan® replaces the need for a liver biopsy in the great majority of cases. It can detect silent liver injury at an early stage and track improvement after treatment or lifestyle change.
Most liver diseases cause no symptoms until serious damage has occurred.
FibroScan® helps identify problems early, when the liver can still recover.
All patients receive assessment and ongoing review, FibroScan®, and tailored management and lifestyle advice.
For many patients, one 10-minute scan answers the question:
“Is my liver healthy, or is there hidden damage?”
The scan is performed by our consultants and only lasts few minutes, with no recovery time required. You can leave the clinic immediately, after your scan and consultation.
FibroScan® is also ideal for annual liver health screening in high-risk groups
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FibroScan® is a non-invasive test that measures liver stiffness to assess the degree of liver damage. It has become an essential part of our clinical assessment and management because it is quick, painless, and can be performed during a routine clinic visit. Results are available immediately and can be shared with the patient on the spot. The scan provides information about both fibrosis (scarring) and steatosis (fat accumulation) in the liver. In the past, this level of detail required a liver biopsy—an invasive procedure— so FibroScan® has transformed how we evaluate and monitor liver disease.
The test is carried out in the clinic after a short fasting period. During the procedure, the patient lies on an examination couch, and the probe is placed on the skin over the liver—similar to an ultrasound. The device sends out a painless vibration (shear wave), and the speed at which that wave travels through the liver tissue reflects its stiffness. Higher stiffness values indicate more fibrosis or scarring. The results are displayed immediately, showing whether the liver is healthy, fibrotic, or cirrhotic.
FibroScan® is useful for anyone with liver conditions or suspected chronic liver disease, and can also be a helpful tool in people with abnormal liver blood tests. It provides instant, valuable information for both the patient and clinician about the degree of liver damage and fat content. Because it is safe, quick, and non-invasive, it can be performed repeatedly to monitor changes over time.
Preparation is minimal. Patients should fast for at least three to four hours before the scan to ensure accurate readings. Unlike liver enzymes, which can fluctuate, FibroScan® results are stable, so fasting is the only necessary step.
The results are available immediately, allowing both patient and clinician to discuss them during the same visit. If the liver shows no fibrosis, this provides reassurance and may allow for early discharge from follow-up if appropriate. If significant scarring is detected, further investigations or treatment can begin without delay. The immediacy of FibroScan® results supports timely decisions, clearer communication, and more personalised care.
Whether you need reassurance, liver monitoring, or diagnosis, a FibroScan provides instant clarity with no downtime.
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Steatotic liver disease (SLD) includes several conditions associated with steatosis (fat) in your liver.
Steatosis is a term used to describe the build-up of fat in your liver. A healthy liver contains only a small amount of fat. Fat build-up becomes a problem when it exceeds 5-10% of your liver’s weight.
There are two main types of SLD: metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and alcohol-related liver disease (ALD).
Cirrhosis refers to the build-up of severe scarring (fibrosis) within your liver and is the result of long-term, continuous liver damage; it can result from many different causes. Irregular bumps (nodules) replace normal liver tissue and the liver becomes harder and “stiffer”. Although your liver can continue to function (work normally) when cirrhosis is established, especially in earlier stages, should the condition progress, it can result in your liver health deteriorating suddenly, which essentially leads to liver failure.
You may have no symptoms, or develop non-specific symptoms, such as feeling tired, weak, nausea and loss of appetite, muscle and weight loss. Skin changes and the development of “red patches” are often present.
Further complications in more advanced stages may include jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), vomiting blood, itchy skin, swollen legs and stomach, loss of sex drive and bleeding or bruising easily.
Cirrhosis cannot usually be cured but the symptoms can be managed and it is important to avoid disease progression which could lead to liver failure. Managing the underlying cause of liver disease is critical to prevent further damage and decompensation (liver failure). Lifestyle changes such as avoiding alcohol are critical, quitting smoking, losing weight if you are overweight or obese, and regular exercise can help to reduce further deterioration in liver health.
Haemochromatosis is a medical condition when your body stores excess iron. The extra iron accumulates around the body over time, damaging many organs, including the liver. Haemochromatosis may be caused by the inheritance of a faulty or abnormal gene which is responsible for the excess iron. Common symptoms include fatigue, weight loss, joint pain, erectile dysfunction, irregular periods, mood swings, depression and anxiety. People with genetic haemochromatosis can develop advanced liver disease, heart disease and diabetes.
Treatment of haemochromatosis is aimed at removing the excess iron from your body. This can be achieved by regular bleeding known as venesection or phlebotomy. During venesection a unit of blood, usually 450 millitres (mls), is removed. Initially, you may need to undergo regular venesection, until your iron levels are restored to normal. Once this is achieved, it is important your iron levels are maintained within the normal range, and you may need to have this procedure repeated at intervals.
