This document summarizes a presentation on non-invasive methods for evaluating liver disease severity and prognosis, focusing on measurement of liver stiffness. It discusses two main complementary approaches: biomarkers and physical measurements. For physical measurements, transient elastography (FibroScan) and acoustic radiation force impulse imaging (ARFI) are presented. While transient elastography is well validated and recommended, its applicability is limited in 20% of cases by obesity, operator experience, and other technical factors. The XL probe improves applicability in obese patients but appropriate cut-offs need validation. Food intake and other clinical factors can impact liver stiffness measurements. Reliable interpretation requires considering pre-test probability, confidence intervals, and contextual clinical factors. ARFI