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Could ovarian cancer or pancreatic cancer cause high ast levels of 54. all other lab values came back normal especially the liver panel?
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If high AST is present in pancreatic or ovarian cancer we will be fortunate because these cancers can be detected early. Unfortunately, these 2 cancers are usually quite advanced (or late presentation) when detected.
Answered 9/30/2021
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AST level in this range is not likely to be caused by cancer. The most likely reason is a lab error. This can be confirmed by repeating the liver function test(LFT). I do not think it is anything serious or worth worrying about it. So you should wait to worry!
Answered 9/30/2021
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Lab error is unlikely. A more plausible explanation is mild hemolysis during blood collection. Red blood cells have AST will release it when lysed. Talk to your doctor about the desirability of repeating it in 6 months or so. An isolated mild elevation of AST is not diagnostic of any disease. Wish you good health!
Answered 9/30/2021
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