Final answer:
To diagnose a hepatic hemangioma suspected from ultrasound findings, further imaging with an MRI or triphasic CT scan, and possibly blood tests for liver enzymes including LDH, are typically employed.
Step-by-step explanation:
When an abdominal ultrasound reveals a solid-appearing lesion in the liver that raises suspicion of a hemangioma, it is important to proceed with diagnostic measures to confirm the diagnosis. One of the primary imaging tests used after ultrasound is the MRI, which provides a more detailed view and can characterize the lesion further helping to ensure an accurate diagnosis of hepatic hemangioma. Additional diagnostic tools might include a triphasic CT scan specialized for liver imaging or a blood test measuring liver enzymes, such as Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), which may be elevated in cases of tissue damage or hemolysis, though it is not specific to hemangiomas.