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took a blood test after a 5-day trip involving excessive alcohol. liver enzymes came back elevated. could the drinking prior have influenced results?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc
Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered
Internal Medicine 27 years experience
Absolutely: Would recommend repeating test looking for normalization in few weeks and after abstaining from alcohol at least 2 weeks prior. If still elevated will need further workup.
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