What does it mean to have high levels of liver enzymes?

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What does it mean to have high levels of liver enzymes?

What does it mean to have high levels of liver enzymes?

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What does it mean to have high levels of liver enzymes?

High levels of liver enzymes often indicate inflammation or damage to cells in the liver. Inflamed or injured liver cells leak higher than normal amounts of certain chemicals, including liver enzymes, into the bloodstream, showing increased liver enzymes on blood tests.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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