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Liver & PancreasUI/L

ALT (SGPT)

ALT is an enzyme found primarily in liver cells, acting as a sensitive marker of liver cell health.

Common laboratory aliases and abbreviations:ALATSGPTAlanine aminotransféraseALTAlanine transaminaseAlanina aminotransferasa

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UI/L
27.5UI/L
10
45
‹ LowRange: 10 – 45 UI/LHigh ›

Physiological Reference Ranges

The ranges below represent standard adult physiological values. Your laboratory's printed reference range always takes precedence.

Adults (general)

10 – 45 UI/L

Adult females

10 – 35 UI/L

Adult males

10 – 45 UI/L

Common alternative units:
µkat/L(×60 UI/L)

What does a low result mean?

A low reading simply indicates healthy liver cells functioning without strain.

What does a high result mean?

A modest increase frequently follows rich meals, common medications (such as acetaminophen), or a mild viral episode.

Questions ready for your doctor

Bring these questions to your next consultation to discuss with your healthcare practitioner:

  • Could any recent medication have contributed to this minor shift?
  • Are simple nutritional adjustments recommended at this stage?
  • Should we plan a follow-up test in one to two months?

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