Does high ALT and AST mean cancer?
To predict cancer, the AST/ALT ratio not only increases at baseline but also predicts the future development of cancer.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
A bilirubin of 20 or more on a blood test will be marked as high. Jaundice may occur when the blood total bilirubin reaches a level roughly between 35 and 50 micromoles/litre.
Once in the liver, glucuronic acid is added to unconjugated bilirubin by the enzyme glucuronyl transferase. This forms conjugated bilirubin, which is soluble. This allows conjugated bilirubin to be excreted into the duodenum in bile.
Cirrhosis is a late stage of liver disease where the liver is severely scarred but may still be able to perform its function to support life.
The protein concentration in plasma/serum is approximately 60-80 mg/mL of which about 50-60% are albumins and 40% globulins
You may need a liver function test to screen for infections and liver diseases at an early stage.
LIVER FUNCTION TEST (LFT), Hepatic Function Test, HFT
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