The provider is sending JR for a Liver Elastography or FibroScan test since JR has elevated ALT and AST levels along with an elevated Fib-4 score.
Which of the following are measured during this liver ultrasound procedure?
- Liver diameter and density.
- Liver scarring and ductal health.
- Hepatocyte density and distribution.
- Liver stiffness and fat density.
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