Question 1

what does it mean if my blood test shows high ast, alt, vitm b12, calicum, bun/creati, neutrophils & sed rate. low hct, hgb?

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Insufficient info: All lab results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. It would also help to know the actual values of the test results.

Question 2

what does a low ast blood test indicate?

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Probably nothing: Generally nothing. It usually has no clinical significance although it can be low in severe liver disease such as cirrhosis.

Question 3

my friend's blood test came back with alt at 283 and ast at 123. with enzymes so high, what could it mean?

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Get worked up: His physician will probably repeat these with him off alcohol and all meds after two weeks. If they're normal, that's his warning. If not, a workup for hepatitis b, hepatitis c, autoimmune hepatitis, hemochromatosis, wilson's and antitrypsin deficiency as appropriate. If none is found, he may perhaps have recommended an even more fitness-focused lifestyle. Best to you both.

Question 4

hi i have just had a blood test done and high levels of ast and alt. what does this mean? what should i do?

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Need to follow up.: The AST and ALT are enzymes located in many cells of the body, most commonly used to check the liver. when they are abnormal, the most important thing to do is to avoid alcohol and have them rechecked in 3-4 weeks. You should talk to the doctor who had the tests performed to arrange this.  If they are still abnormal, further testing will be necessary. It is important not to ignore this. Good luck.

Question 5

i had blood test the ast was 63 the alt was 96 and alk was 161 which are high my lymphocyte was 20.6 low  should i worry not sure what else you need

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Why did you have the: Tests done? Your lymphocyte count is likely normal. Liver enzymes are elevated. Do you drink or take any medications, prescripton or street drugs? Test results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and it is best done by the doctor ordering the tests.

Question 6

blood test lipid results showed 2 things flagged as abnormal. ast 64 and alt 98. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Elevated liver test: These tests are above normal, but not more than twice the "upper limit of normal", and so would be considered a mild degree of elevation.

Numerous conditions can cause this; it depends on why your physician ordered the test. Can be from medications, or from a temporary or chronic illness.

Would check with your ordering physician. If was thought temporary, could repeat them after several weeks.

Question 7

my bilirubin levels came back quite high (3.1 total) in my recent blood test.  my ast is 31 and alt is 34. my alk phos is a little low at 60. is this something to be concerned about?

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: Yes, it is abnormal, your doctor will explain it to you and you may need further testing.
Gilbert syndrome, a benign condition, can have isolated high bilirubin when blood is drawn with fasting, but usually bilirubin level is less than 2.

Question 8

ast 33 alt 79. sign to worry? i remember everytime i do a blood test it's either higher and normal. why does it fluctuate? c.albicans iga is high too. what does this mean? i take omeprazole 40mg once a day?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, your medication may be the explanation for mild elevation of ALT. Do not take alcohol, or Tylenol. If you are overweight, lose weight.  
Wish you good health!

Question 9

my blood test came back and my ast was 137 and my alt 253?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis: These numbers indicate that there's something going on with your liver, such as viral hepatitis or damage from toxins such as alcohol or drugs. You should see a doctor.

Question 10

high alt & ast on blood test, should i be concerned?

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How high?: A common cause of elevated liver enzymes is use/abuse of alcohol. If you drink, stop entirely and get retested in three months. Other common causes are viral hepatitis, medication effects and heart failure. See this site for more info.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/elevated-liver-enzymes/my00508.

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What does a low ast blood test mean

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What does it mean if my blood test shows high ast, alt, vitm b12, calicum, bun/creati, neutrophils & sed rate. low hct, hgb?

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What does a low ast blood test indicate?

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My friend's blood test came back with alt at 283 and ast at 123. with enzymes so high, what could it mean?

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Hi i have just had a blood test done and high levels of ast and alt. what does this mean? what should i do?

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I had blood test the ast was 63 the alt was 96 and alk was 161 which are high my lymphocyte was 20.6 low should i worry not sure what else you need

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Blood test lipid results showed 2 things flagged as abnormal. ast 64 and alt 98. what does this mean?

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My bilirubin levels came back quite high (3.1 total) in my recent blood test. my ast is 31 and alt is 34. my alk phos is a little low at 60. is this something to be concerned about?

A member asked:

Ast 33 alt 79. sign to worry? i remember everytime i do a blood test it's either higher and normal. why does it fluctuate? c.albicans iga is high too. what does this mean? i take omeprazole 40mg once a day?

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My blood test came back and my ast was 137 and my alt 253?

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High alt & ast on blood test, should i be concerned?

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