A FibroScan is a painless, non-invasive test that measures the stiffness of your liver. Liver stiffness is an indicator of scarring (fibrosis) – the more scarring present, the stiffer the liver feels.

FibroScan uses a technology called transient elastography, which sends gentle vibrations through the liver and measures how quickly they travel. The result helps your doctor assess the health of your liver without the need for a biopsy.

A FibroScan is NOT a liver ultrasound. It measures liver stiffness and fat content – information that standard imaging such as ultrasound, CT or MRI cannot provide. FibroScan complements these by measuring tissue properties rather than visualising anatomy.

Blood test or Ultrasound

• Your blood tests or ultrasound have suggested possible liver changes.

Monitoring a liver condition

• Your doctor wants to monitor how your liver condition is progressing over time.

Treatment Assessment

• You are being considered for, or are already on, treatment for a liver condition.

Existing liver diagnosis

• You have been diagnosed with hepatitis B or C, fatty liver disease (NAFLD/MASLD), or alcohol-related liver disease.

Step 1 – Lie back and Relax

You’ll lie on your back and expose the right side of your abdomen.

Step 2 – The Probe is Placed

A small probe, similar to an ultrasound probe, is gently placed on your skin between your ribs, over your liver.

Step 3 – Gentle vibrations

You’ll feel a mild, painless vibration as the probe sends pulses through your liver. Most people find it completely comfortable.

Step 4 – Measurements are Taken

The device records up to 10 readings to ensure an accurate result. This takes just a few minutes.

Step 5 – Your Results

Results are typically available the same day, but are reviewed by one of our doctors before being sent to your GP, usually within a few days.

• Eating a large meal within 2 hours of your appointment
• Strenuous exercise immediately before the scan

Any questions? Call us on 02 4910 0591, or email us reception@beechnutmedical.com