In females (who have two X chromosomes), a mutation would have to occur in both copies of the gene to cause the disorder. Because it is unlikely that females will have two altered copies of this gene, it is very rare for females to have hemophilia.
Liver Blood Tests. Liver Blood Test Facts. 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).
Liver function tests help determine the health of your liver by measuring the levels of proteins, liver enzymes, or bilirubin in your blood. A liver function test is often given in the following situations: to screen for liver infections, such as hepatitis C; to monitor the side effects of certain medications known to affect the liver; if you already have a liver disease, to monitor the disease and how well a particular treatment is working