Question

A 58-year-old with suspected non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is found to have significantly elevated ferritin and mild elevations in transaminases. Which test is most appropriate to rule out haemochromatosis?

Accepted Answer

Transferrin saturation

Answer

Serum ceruloplasmin

Answer

Liver ultrasound

Answer

Serum alpha-1 antitrypsin level

Answer

Genetic testing for Wilson's disease

Practice question

A 58-year-old with suspected non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is found to have significantly elevated ferritin and mild elevations in transaminases. Which test is most appropriate to rule out haemochromatosis?