Elevated liver tests

[bundleblocker]

I recently had blood work done and my liver enzymes were both 45. The doctor is not concerned. Should I be? Apparently the normal number is 35.

I am 73 and take Warfarin for atrial fibrillation.  I also had a hip fracture nine months ago.  I also take a blood pressure medication, Diovan, and Metopropolol 25 mg.

Would any of these drugs cause the elevation in liver enzymes?

[bundleblocker]

Thanks so much for the information.  I'm really relieved now.  

Greta

[Bob368]

Both Diovan and Metopropolol can elevate liver enyzmes. The normal range for AST=SGOT, ALT=SGPT are 10 - 42. This is the range my doctor uses. Your just barely above the high end normal number. This is most likely due to your medicine, I would not be concerned with this small elevation. Just make sure you have liver test done periodically, to monitor any changes.

Take care

Bob :)