According to Volek and Phinney, a âwell-formulatedâ low-carb diet should be low-carb, high-fat and moderate protein. A good range to aim for is 1.5 â 2.0 grams per kilogram of bodyweight, or 0.7 â 0.9 grams per pound.
1 Liver blood tests are designed to show evidence that abnormalities, for example, inflammation, liver cell damage, has or is occurring within the liver.  The blood tests most frequently used for liver disease are the aminotransferases (alanine aminotransferase or ALT and aspartate aminotransferase or AST).
Additional procedures. Once your doctor determines that you have an enlarged liver, other tests and procedures may be recommended to learn the cause. They may include: 1  Blood tests. 2  A blood sample is tested to determine liver enzyme levels. 3  This can give clues about the health of your liver. physical exam to detect enlarged liver. Your doctor may determine your liver is enlarged by feeling your abdomen during a physical exam. The doctor can estimate the size of your liver by feeling how far it extends below your rib cage. Your doctor may also note the texture of your liver.