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high liver functions
I recently had blood work done. My liver functions were really high with my ALT reading being 140. My AST reading werent as high but was at 48. I am 18 years old. just wondering if i should be worried?
thank you. for your response. i have an appointmeant with a doctor in march. I'm trying to figure out what the cause may be before i go though. i was a heavy drinker 11 years old till i was 15. do you think this may have played a role in this?
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Hello,
In your case,SGPT levels are greater than SGOT. Important causes for elevated SGPT are viral hepatitis B and C, fatty liver, certain hepatotoxic drugs, and autoimmune liver diseases. Please get your self evaluated for these conditions from a physician.
I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
In your case,SGPT levels are greater than SGOT. Important causes for elevated SGPT are viral hepatitis B and C, fatty liver, certain hepatotoxic drugs, and autoimmune liver diseases. Please get your self evaluated for these conditions from a physician.
I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
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