约见医生。 做身体检查。 通过叩诊评估肝的状态。 通过触诊确认肝的形状和硬度。 验血。 进行成像检查。 进行内镜逆行胰胆管造影（ERCP）。 进行肝活组织检查。 进行磁共振弹性成像检查（MRE）。

I'm interested in that, but I only have a few mins. Can you give me at most the first 500 characters of a detailed explanation in English about that?
At the beginning of the appointment, your doctor will want to do a complete medical history with you. It's important to be forthcoming and honest with your provider.  Be aware that some of the questions your doctor will ask are quite personal and concern substance use, alcohol consumption, and sexual partners. However, your answers are critical to your diagnosis. Be clear and tell the truth. Tell your doctor about any medications or supplements you're taking, including vitamins and herbal remedi