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Is it a bad idea to drink right before a liver function test?

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Dr. Elizabeth Hutson answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: Drinking alcohol can cause an elevation in liver function test results.

Dr Larson agreed

Answered 8/25/2018

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