The Fibrosis-4 (FIB-4) index is a simple, non-invasive scoring system used to estimate the degree of fibrosis in the liver. It helps in assessing patients with liver conditions (e.g., NAFLD/MASH, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B) to identify those with varying probabilities of advanced fibrosis or cirrhosis.
FIB-4 = (Age × AST) / (Platelet Count × √ALT)
| FIB-4 Score | Fibrosis Risk | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| < 1.45 (or < 2.0 if age ≥ 65) |
Low Risk | High negative predictive value for ruling out advanced fibrosis. |
| 1.45 - 3.25 | Indeterminate | May require further testing, such as transient elastography or liver biopsy. |
| > 3.25 | High Risk | High positive predictive value for ruling in advanced fibrosis/cirrhosis. |