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Should i worry about a liver enzyme test showing ast 38 and alt 17? i have been a heavy drinker, so i am concerned about liver issues. i am in my early 30s and in good health. the test was just a routine screening to assess the saftey of taking a particul
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Probably OK.: In most labs, those numbers are normal. Obviously, no one's liver can handle long periods of excessive alcohol intake. Good for you for cutting back. You should use this as an opportunity to keep your alcohol intake to a moderate level only. Good luck.
Answered 1/28/2016
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