Fibroscan

FibroScan is a non-invasive diagnostic tool used to assess liver health by measuring liver stiffness and fat content through transient elastography. It provides a quick and painless alternative to liver biopsy, taking only 5–10 minutes to deliver immediate results. By evaluating liver stiffness, FibroScan identifies the degree of fibrosis (scarring), while its controlled attenuation parameter (CAP) measures liver fat levels to detect conditions like fatty liver disease. Commonly used for managing chronic liver conditions such as hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), it is safe, repeatable, and effective for monitoring liver health over time. However, factors like obesity or inflammation may influence its accuracy, and it is not designed to detect structural abnormalities such as tumors.