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I was told hepatitis liver enzymes would be in the 1000's and most other serious liver disorders are in the 100's. what are normal levels?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Normal Liver: The two main enzymes normally should be in the range of 20s to 30s.

Answered 3/19/2014

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Why do you ask?: Transaminases (sgot/ast, sgpt/alt) are usually below 40. In acute alcoholic or viral hepatitis, levels may be as low as the 400's with the person obviously sick. However, we draw them to look for smoldering, subtle disease (wilson's, chronic hepatitis, hemochromatosis, drug sensitivity, autoimmunity, nafl) and if your physician wants to work you up, it's your choice -- if missed, they can kill you.

Answered 3/23/2014

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