This branch of pathology involves the study and diagnosis of disease based on the examination of surgically removed bodily specimens or sometimes of the whole body (autopsy).
The hepatic function panel, also known as liver function tests, is a group of seven tests used to evaluate the liver for injury, infection, or inflammation. The liver plays important roles: It stores energy from food, makes proteins, and helps remove toxins.
A liver (hepatic) function panel is a blood test to check how well the liver is working. This test measures the blood levels of total protein, albumin, bilirubin, and liver enzymes.his blood test also may be done if you have recently been exposed to a hepatitis virus or are taking a medicine that may cause liver damage. To learn more, see: 1  Total Protein. 2  Albumin. 3  Bilirubin (total and direct). 4  Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) . 5  Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) .