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A 48-year-old male asked:
My alt is always in the normal range but this year went to 34 compared to 22 last year.rest of liver panel normal.don't drink should i be concerned .
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Dr. Adam Paulanswered
Specializes in Pediatric Gastroenterology
Liver function: ALT of 34 may be normal depending on the lab where the blood work was obtained.
There are many other factors that effect ALT, including medications, and viral infections.
It is reassuring that the remainder of your liver panel is normal.
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