Liver Enzymes AST and ALT slightly elvated. Pros help please!!!?

Question

Hi, I recently performed a annual check up and got my results yesterday. Everything else is normal besides my liver enzymes. My AST is 86units(36 units above Quest Lab's upper end for normal range), My ALT is normal (50units)but close to the upper end of the normal range. I don't drink alchol at all and I did not take any anti-biotics recently. The only things abnormal before the test was I only slept for 4 hours the previous night because I have to finish a project. Also my knee was injured and got a bit inflammation at that time. I will go for a second test next week so I just want some info here. Does the lack of sleep and the knee injury contributed to my elvated AST? Thanks

Answer 1

The normal range of values for AST (SGOT) is from 5 to 40 units per litre of serum (the liquid part of the blood). The normal range of values for ALT (SGPT) is from 7 to 56 units per litre of serum. AST (SGOT) and ALT (SGPT) are sensitive indicators of liver damage from different types of disease. But it must be emphasized that higher-than-normal levels of these liver enzymes should not be automatically equated with liver disease. They may mean liver problems or they may not. For instance, if the liver is inflamed on the day that blood was drawn—let’s say if a patient consumes an alcoholic drink a few hours prior to blood being drawn—the levels of the transaminases may be much higher than if the alcohol had not been consumed. Following the same reasoning, if the liver was damaged years before—by excessive alcohol use—the results of a blood test done today may be normal, but a damaged liver may still be present. To confuse issues even further, there are many other factors besides liver injury that could affect the levels of AST and ALT. For example, males have higher transaminase levels than females. And, African-American men have higher AST levels compared with Caucasian men. Even the time of day that a blood sample is drawn may influence the level of transaminase elevation. People appear to have higher transaminase levels in the morning and afternoon than in the evening. Food intake does not appear to have a significant effect on transaminase levels. Thus, levels do not significantly differ in the fasting and non-fasting state. Finally, transaminase levels may vary from day-to-day. The interpretation of elevated AST and ALT levels depends upon the whole clinical picture and so it is best done by doctors experienced in evaluating liver disease

I add a link which discusses the liver function test in detail



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/

Liver_function_tests





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Answer 3

Taking that many Advil in one day can be very dangerous, and can cause liver problems. It is clearly not helping the problem of your period pain if you have to take that many. Talk to your doctor about how much you take and how frequently. They can get you on something to make your periods much less painful and suggest alternative pain meds to deal with the pain. Good luck and I hope you feel better.

Answer 4

there could be many reasons for this. Have you taken a lot of tylenol recently? This puts a heavy load on the liver. Have you been tested for hepatitis?

Answer 5

Walk to some co-worker's desk to chat as opposed to instant messaging.

Answer 6

In the mood for any hot meal? Make a massive pot of veggie bean soup, divide into two-cup containers, and store in the freezer. Before bed, place a container inside the fridge, then grab it before heading out the door in the morning.

Answer 7

Eat in front of a person rather than screen. It cuts down on mindless eating and forces you to more accountable for each chunk.

Answer 8

Don’t focus on your imperfections, spotlight your best bits. Modest waist? Belt it in. Lovely bust? Lower the neckline. Nicely toned butt? Rock tight jeans. Sexy legs? Show ‘em off. It’s really that simple.

Answer 9

For sandwich-lovers, use spinach or swiss chard leaves as opposed to a wrap, skip the slice of cheese, and load high on the veggies.

Answer 10

It’s small things that count. Invest with spanks. They cinch in the wobbly bits and allow you to be feel taught, toned and great.

Answer 11

Probable not. Are you obese???? NAFLD (non alcohlic fatty liver disease) can develop in obese people, wich goes along with fatty liver disease.

Answer 12

Add cooked whole grains to your salad to increase the fibers and protein and make the meal feel more satisfying.