Fatty Liver Index (FLI) — evidence-based, non-invasive screening for hepatic steatosis (fatty liver disease) validated in the Indian population. Requires only a basic lipid panel.
FLI · Bedogni et al. 2006
Indian Validation — AUC 0.92
MASLD 2023 Criteria
No Imaging Required
NAFLD / MASLD RISK SCREEN
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FLI Score (0–100)
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🟢 Low <30🟡 30–59🔴 ≥60 High
—BMI
—WC cm
—TG mg/dL
—GGT U/L
FLI is a screening tool. For personalised liver health management, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and Fibroscan referral — consult a hepatologist or clinical dietitian.
Bedogni et al. 2006Original FLI derivation — BMC Gastroenterology
INASL 2022Indian NAFLD guidance — JCEH
ESPEN 2020/2023Nutrition in chronic liver disease
Rinella et al. 2023NAFLD → MASLD renaming — Hepatology
Vamja et al. 2024Indian validation — AUC 0.92 (n=500)
INDIAN CONTEXT
38.6% prevalenceIndia has among the world's highest NAFLD rates (INASL 2022)
Lean NAFLD16–25% of Indian NAFLD patients have BMI <23 — thin-fat phenotype
Asian BMI cutoffs≥23 overweight · ≥25 obese (vs WHO 25/30)
Fibroscan next stepCAP via Fibroscan = INASL gold-standard follow-up
⚕️ Disclaimer: FLI is a validated non-invasive screening tool for hepatic steatosis — not a diagnostic test. Liver biopsy remains the gold standard (INASL 2022). FLI ≥60 indicates high probability of fatty liver and requires clinical confirmation via USG abdomen, Fibroscan, or specialist evaluation. Not applicable during acute illness, pregnancy, or lactation. Adults 18–85 only. Does not replace clinical judgment or specialist consultation. Consult a qualified hepatologist, gastroenterologist, or registered clinical dietitian for medical decisions.
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