ALT

ALT

As Measured by Alanine Transaminase (ALT)

What is ALT?

Alanine Transaminase (ALT) is an enzyme found primarily  in the liver. ALT is released into the bloodstream when liver cells become damaged or inflamed. High levels therefore correlate to the presence of several liver conditions. 

What does ALT do?

ALT’s primary function is to digest and convert food (proteins) into energy. This then allows liver cells to carry out functions such as storage of vitamins & minerals, enzyme activation and protein synthesis.

The Effects of elevated ALT?

In general, ALT levels are quite low in the bloodstream. 

High levels of ALT indicate signs of liver injury or disease. Excessive alcohol or drug use and prolonged exposure to medication & prescriptions can also elevate levels.

Test your ALT levels today!

Disease Types Impacted?

What is ALT?

Alanine Transaminase (ALT) is an enzyme found primarily  in the liver. ALT is released into the bloodstream when liver cells become damaged or inflamed. High levels therefore correlate to the presence of several liver conditions. 

What does ALT do?

ALT’s primary function is to digest and convert food (proteins) into energy. This then allows liver cells to carry out functions such as storage of vitamins & minerals, enzyme activation and protein synthesis.

The Effects of elevated ALT?

In general, ALT levels are quite low in the bloodstream. 

High levels of ALT indicate signs of liver injury or disease. Excessive alcohol or drug use and prolonged exposure to medication & prescriptions can also elevate levels.

Test your ALT levels today!

Disease Types Impacted?

Sources

https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/alt-blood-test/

https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-lower-alt#causes

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