A Liver Function Test, usually shortened to LFT, is one of the most commonly ordered blood tests in Pakistan. It is not a single measurement: it is a group of related blood measurements that together give a picture of how the liver is working. Because different laboratories list the test under slightly different names, and sometimes in different panel sizes, the price can look confusing at first glance. This comparison gathers LFT prices from the major laboratories’ own price lists on All Lab Tests, as listed in November 2026. Prices may vary by branch or city, so always confirm the final price with the laboratory before you go.
LFT Test Prices in Pakistan
Where a laboratory lists more than one LFT variant, each variant is shown as a separate row, with the name exactly as listed. Do not assume that two rows at different prices are the same panel: check which measurements are included before comparing.
| Lab | Test (as listed) | Price (PKR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chughtai Lab | Liver Function Test With GGT | 2,200 | Official Chughtai Lab rate; the All Lab Tests list shows PKR 1,950, so the official rate is used here. See the note below. |
| Dow Lab | LFT (Liver Function Tests) | 1,000 | As listed. |
| Dr. Essa Laboratory | Liver Function Test (LFT) | 1,750 | As listed. |
| Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC) | Liver Function Test (LFT) | 2,200 | As listed. |
| Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC) | LFTs (6 parameters) | 1,400 | Smaller panel, as listed. |
| Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC) | Full Liver Function Tests Profile (11 tests) | 3,000 | Larger profile, as listed. |
| Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory | Liver Function Test (LFT) | 2,000 | As listed. |
| Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory | LFTS (T.BILI, AST, ALT, ALP) | 800 | Smaller set of measurements, as listed. |
| Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory | Liver Function Complete | 1,500 | As listed. |
| Alnoor Diagnostic Centre | Liver Function Test (LFT) | 1,800 | As listed. |
| Alnoor Diagnostic Centre | Liver Function Test (Medical Repeat) | 1,500 | Repeat entry, as listed. |
| Khan Lab | Liver Function Test (LFT) | 850 | As listed. |
| Khan Lab | Liver Function Tests (Extended) | 1,300 | Extended panel, as listed. |
| Khan Lab | GGT & LFT | 1,500 | Combined entry, as listed. |
| Aga Khan University Hospital | – | Price not publicly listed, confirm with the hospital | No single public individual LFT price is published for AKUH, so no figure is shown for this laboratory. |
Note on the Chughtai Lab LFT price: The All Lab Tests Chughtai list shows Liver Function Test With GGT at PKR 1,950, but Chughtai Lab’s own official test search lists Liver Function Test With GGT (code 1509) at PKR 2,200. Following the same rule as our CBC price comparison, the official rate of PKR 2,200 is used in the table above.
Price Summary
The summary below uses only the prices in the table above.
- Overall priced range: PKR 800 to PKR 3,000.
- Lowest priced row: Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory’s LFTS (T.BILI, AST, ALT, ALP) at PKR 800, a smaller set of measurements.
- Highest priced row: IDC’s Full Liver Function Tests Profile (11 tests) at PKR 3,000.
- Standard LFT rows: Khan Lab at PKR 850, Dow Lab at PKR 1,000, Dr. Essa Laboratory at PKR 1,750, Alnoor Diagnostic Centre at PKR 1,800, Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory at PKR 2,000, and Chughtai Lab and IDC both at PKR 2,200.
- Aga Khan University Hospital: no price is included in this range, because no single public individual LFT price is published for it.
The wide range is mainly explained by panel size: a four-measurement set, a standard panel and an 11-test profile are not the same product, even though all of them sit under the LFT name.
What an LFT Measures
An LFT is a blood test panel that measures several substances linked to the liver. In plain words, the usual components are:
- ALT (also called SGPT): an enzyme found mainly in liver cells. Higher levels can suggest liver cell irritation or injury.
- AST (also called SGOT): an enzyme found in the liver and in other tissues, including muscle and the heart.
- ALP (alkaline phosphatase): an enzyme linked to the bile ducts and to bone, as well as the liver.
- Bilirubin: a yellow substance made when red blood cells break down. The liver normally clears it; a build-up can cause yellowing of the skin and eyes.
- Albumin: a protein made by the liver that helps keep fluid in the bloodstream and carries substances around the body.
- Total protein: the combined amount of albumin and other proteins in the blood, which gives a broader view of protein levels.
Some panels also include GGT, another liver-related enzyme, and direct and indirect bilirubin. The exact set depends on the panel the laboratory lists, which is why the table keeps each laboratory’s naming.
When Doctors Order an LFT
This is general information only, not a recommendation for any individual. Doctors commonly order an LFT when they need to check liver health, follow up a known liver problem, or monitor the effect of medicines that can affect the liver. Common reasons include:
- Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, and other symptoms that may point to the liver or bile ducts.
- Fatty liver, or follow-up after fatty liver has been found on an ultrasound or another check.
- Monitoring during treatment with medicines that are known to affect the liver.
- General screening as part of a wider health check, or before surgery or a new treatment.
- Unexplained tiredness, abdominal discomfort, nausea or other symptoms where a doctor wants to rule out a liver cause.
An LFT result on its own does not diagnose a condition. A doctor reads the pattern across the measurements, together with symptoms, history, medicines and other tests.
How to Prepare for an LFT
This section is general information only. Some laboratories ask for fasting before an LFT, while others do not, and the requirement can depend on the panel and on other tests ordered at the same time. Do not assume one rule applies to every laboratory: follow your doctor’s advice and the instructions given by the laboratory where you will have the test. In general, it helps to tell the laboratory about medicines and supplements you take, because some can affect liver measurements, and to arrive with your doctor’s test request if one was given.
Reference Ranges: A General Guide
The ranges below are GENERAL reference values only, given to help you understand a report. They are not a diagnosis, and they vary by laboratory, by the method used, and by age and sex. Your own report’s reference range, printed by the laboratory that did the test, is the one that applies to your result, and only your doctor can interpret it in context.
- ALT: roughly up to 40 U/L for many adults.
- AST: roughly up to 40 U/L for many adults.
- ALP: roughly 40 to 130 U/L for many adults.
- Total bilirubin: roughly 0.1 to 1.2 mg/dL.
- Albumin: roughly 3.5 to 5.0 g/dL.
- Total protein: roughly 6.0 to 8.3 g/dL.
A value slightly outside a general range does not by itself mean liver disease, and a value inside the range does not by itself rule a problem out. Patterns matter more than any single number, and repeat testing is often used to see whether a result changes over time.
How to Get Your LFT Report Online
Most major laboratories in Pakistan now offer online reports through their websites or patient portals. This post does not state a report time for any individual laboratory, because timing varies by test, laboratory and workload. For the laboratory you used, check its own report page: Chughtai Lab online reports, Dr. Essa Lab online reports, IDC online reports, Dow Lab online reports, Ibn-E-Sina online reports, Alnoor online reports, and Aga Khan Lab online reports. You will usually need the details printed on your receipt or sample slip to access a report.
How to Choose a Laboratory for an LFT
No single laboratory is declared best here, because the right choice depends on your situation. Useful points to compare are: whether the panel listed is the one your doctor ordered, including whether GGT or an extended set is included; the total price for that panel, not just a headline figure; how near the collection point is and whether home sample collection is available; and whether the laboratory’s report format and online access suit you. If two panels have different prices, check first whether they contain the same measurements. A lower price for a smaller panel is not the same bargain as a lower price for the same panel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in an LFT?
An LFT is a panel, not one measurement. It usually includes ALT (SGPT), AST (SGOT), ALP, bilirubin, albumin and total protein, and some panels add GGT or split bilirubin into direct and indirect parts. The exact set is the one named on the laboratory’s own list.
Why do LFT prices differ so much between laboratories?
Mainly because the panels differ. In this comparison, priced rows run from PKR 800 for a smaller Ibn-E-Sina set to PKR 3,000 for IDC’s 11-test profile, while standard LFT rows run from PKR 850 to PKR 2,200. Branch, city and included measurements can also affect the price.
Do I need to fast before an LFT?
Some laboratories ask for fasting before an LFT and others do not, so there is no single rule for all laboratories in this post. Follow your doctor’s advice and the instructions from the laboratory where you will have the test.
Why is there no price for Aga Khan University Hospital?
No single public individual LFT price is published for AKUH, so this comparison shows no figure for it rather than estimating one. The note in the table is: Price not publicly listed, confirm with the hospital.
Can an LFT alone diagnose liver disease?
No. An LFT gives a pattern of measurements that a doctor reads together with symptoms, medical history, medicines and other tests. A result outside a general reference range does not by itself prove liver disease, and a normal-looking result does not by itself rule a problem out.
Full Laboratory Price Lists
For the complete test lists used in this comparison, see: Chughtai Lab test list, Dr. Essa Lab test list, IDC test list, Dow Lab test list, Ibn-E-Sina Clinical Laboratory test list, Alnoor Diagnostic Centre test list, Aga Khan University Hospital test list, and Khan Lab test list. Related comparisons on this site include the CBC price comparison, which is often ordered alongside an LFT, the dengue price comparison, and the Vitamin D price comparison.
All Lab Tests is an independent price-comparison website and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, any laboratory named in this post. Prices are those listed in November 2026 and may vary by branch or city. This post is general information only and is not medical advice; ask your doctor about which test you need and what your results mean.
