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A Fast, Painless Scan That Measures Your Liver Health, No Biopsy Needed
A FibroScan is a quick, painless scan that measures the health of your liver in just a few minutes. Using a technology called transient elastography, it gently measures how stiff your liver is, which tells your doctor how much scarring (fibrosis) and fat (steatosis) may be present, all without a needle or biopsy.
FibroScan is done right in our office and takes only about 10 minutes. It is completely non-invasive, so there is no recovery time and you can return to your day immediately. For many patients, it replaces the need for a liver biopsy and makes it easy to monitor liver health over time.
Liver damage often develops silently, with no symptoms until it is advanced. A FibroScan helps catch problems early by measuring liver scarring and fat before they become serious. It is especially valuable for people with fatty liver disease, hepatitis, or other liver conditions, letting your doctor track changes over time and adjust your care. Early detection gives you the best chance to protect, and even reverse, liver damage.
A FibroScan may be recommended if you have, or are at risk for, a liver condition. Your doctor may suggest one if any of these apply to you:
You may benefit from a FibroScan if:
If any of these apply to you, a FibroScan is a simple, painless way to check your liver health. Ask our team whether it is right for you.
Dr. Saranya Addepally is a board-certified gastroenterologist with six years of clinical experience, treating a broad range of digestive and liver conditions. She is especially passionate about women’s GI health—areas where patients often feel overlooked or hesitant to seek care.
Her medical journey began in India, where she completed her training before moving to the United States to pursue advanced education in medicine and Gastroenterology at the University of Arkansas.
After several years in practice, she relocated to Houston to continue serving patients in the community. Following two years with a local group, she established her own practice, grounded in the principles and core values she believes are essential to delivering thoughtful, patient-centered care.
A FibroScan is a quick, non-invasive scan that measures liver stiffness to check for scarring and fat in the liver. It takes about 10 minutes and requires no needles or biopsy.
No. A FibroScan is completely painless. A small probe rests on the skin over your liver and sends gentle pulses, similar to an ultrasound. Most people feel only a light tapping sensation.
In most cases you will be asked not to eat or drink for about three hours before the scan. Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the right side of your abdomen. Our team will give you exact instructions.
The scan itself takes only about 10 minutes, and there is no recovery time. You can return to your normal activities right away.
Your results show how much stiffness (scarring) and fat are in your liver. Your doctor will explain your scores and what they mean for your liver health and next steps.
For many patients, a FibroScan provides the information a biopsy would, without needles, pain, or recovery time. In some cases a biopsy is still needed, and your doctor will advise you.
Fatty liver disease spans a broad range of severity: from early, reversible fat accumulation to forms with significant inflammation and fibrosis. Because this condition is often silent and intertwined with metabolic health, it requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach.
At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic, we provide:
There is no single “quick fix” for fatty liver disease. Sustainable improvement comes from structured, long-term care. At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic we do not rely on extreme diets or fear-based recommendations. Instead, our care is practical and individualized. Your care plan may include:
Offering Fast Track GI appointments
Specialized Gastroenterology Appointments Within 3–5 Business Days
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