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Organ function studies are important diagnostic evaluations that helps to confirm certain disease conditions.

Liver (hepatic) function studies helps to analyse the metabolic function of the liver as well as helps to identify the causes of liver dysfunction. It includes tests like liver enzymes, bilirubin, albumin, prothrombin time and many more.
Kidney (renal) function tests helps to assess the physiological and biochemical functions of the kidneys. Main tests includes serum creatine, creatinine clearance, blood urea nitrogen etc.
Pancreatic function studies helps to determine pancreatic dysfunction as well as to diagnose conditions like pancreatitis, cancer etc. Mostly the pancreatic enzyme levels are measured as well as imaging studies helps to identify inflammation and other pancreatic abnormalities.
Electrolytes are the salts and minerals that are found in human body essential for maintenance of hemostasis. Electrolyte imbalances for a longer period of time can result in multi organ damages.