Question 1

i take multaq for afib. i got a recent blood test and my alt level is a little high could that be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Yes, Multaq can inflame the liver and cause elevated alt - follow  your doctor's instructions. Depending on your total health history and the degree of elevation and other blood tests, it may be continued and the test repeated at a later date, or it may be stopped.

Question 2

for high level in your liver. not sure what the correct term is but its at 300+ what kind of specicialist should you visit? my cousin has a very high level of enzymes (alt\sgpt?) in her liver. the hospital shes in is terrible so i'm trying to find her a

Accepted Answer

There : There are many causes for abnormally high liver enzymes and some of them are more serious than others. It would be a mistake for anyone to tell you whether in this case the problem is a serious one or not, since we don't know the history or the time course.

A hepatologist would be the best person to sort this out.  However, hepatology is a subspecialty within gastroenterology, and if you can't find a hepatologist, a gastroenterologist would be fine as an initial point of contact.

Question 3

if i have very high levels of alkaline phosphatase, ast, alt, total bilirubin, what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Liver enzymes: May have underlying serious liver problem.Cirrhosis of liver, chronic alcoholism, hepatitis a, b, or c, primary biliary cirrhosis, congenital liver disorders , obstructive jaundice etc. Gi specialist might be able to help you.

Question 4

i am a male my old 51 my alt gtp level is 55 with high cholesterol and fatty liver , negative abc virus . why alt is a high level?

Accepted Answer

Don't ignore: Fatty liver is disease means the liver is swollen and enlarged due to fatty change.  The disorder is associated with metabolic changes including diabetes, high triglycerides and obesity.  When the fat causes inflammation in the liver (detectable on liver biopsy) there is a greater risk of cirrhosis (scarring and hardening of the liver).  If you are overweight, then weight loss is recommended.

Question 5

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?

Accepted Answer

: 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 6

my mom has high alt 44/ast 62 she is a never drinker. she does not have her gallbladder. routine cbc showed these levels. she had follow up blood test and they are still elevated. cancer? she does take tylenol for leg pain from time to time. age 73?

Accepted Answer

: Abnormal liver enzymes can be a sign of an abnormality. If a repeat test is still abnormal you should seek a medical evaluation which may include a more thorough history, physical exam , bloodwork and imaging studies.

Question 7

my sgpt level is 741. is it very high and denger?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Your SGPT level is much higher than normal and you should see a doctor. If you drink alcohol, stop entirely. Tell you doctor all the medications, including herbal ones that you may be taking. Do not take Tylenol or acetaminophen. If you are overweight it would help to lose weight.

Question 8

what are the causes for very high sgot sgpt levels?

Accepted Answer

Enzymes: Indication of liver inflammation.

Question 9

my sgpt level is 101 in liver function test.  is 101 is very high? what do i do to get the level to normal ? what do i avoid ?

Accepted Answer

Liver Damage: Normal SGPT is around 20 to 30. So your levels are nearly four times normal and thus very dangerous over the long term.

Liver strain can be caused by medications, alcohol and other drugs, infections and obesity.

Question 10

how do high levels of alt affect offsprings?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Alt is a reflection of liver enzyme activity. Per se, it does not mean you have an inherited disease. Elevation can be related to things like taking tylenol, (acetaminophen) or drinking too much, having a tumor, etc. There are hundreds of things that can cause alt elevation -- but it is usually not a genetic problem.

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A member asked:

I take multaq for afib. i got a recent blood test and my alt level is a little high could that be the cause?

A member asked:

For high level in your liver. not sure what the correct term is but its at 300+ what kind of specicialist should you visit? my cousin has a very high level of enzymes (alt\sgpt?) in her liver. the hospital shes in is terrible so i'm trying to find her a

A member asked:

If i have very high levels of alkaline phosphatase, ast, alt, total bilirubin, what does it mean?

A member asked:

I am a male my old 51 my alt gtp level is 55 with high cholesterol and fatty liver , negative abc virus . why alt is a high level?

A member asked:

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:

My mom has high alt 44/ast 62 she is a never drinker. she does not have her gallbladder. routine cbc showed these levels. she had follow up blood test and they are still elevated. cancer? she does take tylenol for leg pain from time to time. age 73?

A member asked:

My sgpt level is 741. is it very high and denger?

A member asked:

What are the causes for very high sgot sgpt levels?

A member asked:

My sgpt level is 101 in liver function test. is 101 is very high? what do i do to get the level to normal ? what do i avoid ?

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How do high levels of alt affect offsprings?

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