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If i was intoxicated when bloodwork was taken, could it cause a temporary rise in alt? i did not have a ggt test?

Q: if i was intoxicated when bloodwork was taken, could it cause a temporary rise in alt? i did not have a ggt test?

: Yes, alcohol can definitely increase liver enzymes, however other causes cannot be ruled out. The only way to differentiate would be to abstain from alcohol for few weeks and have liver enzymes rechecked with the help of your primary care doc.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Yes, alcohol can definitely increase liver enzymes, however other causes cannot be ruled out. The only way to differentiate would be to abstain from alcohol for few weeks and have liver enzymes rechecked with the help of your primary care doc.

Answered 1/26/2023

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If i was intoxicated when bloodwork was taken, could it cause a temporary rise in alt? i did not have a ggt test?

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