Is the high range of SGPT a matter of concern?
Patient: Hello, i have a question to ask, back in sept of last year i had some blood work done and was told that my liver enzymes were very high. Saw the test results and it showed that my sgpt (alt) level was 94. I stopped drinking since then, went from 245lbs to 233lbs and excerise on a regular bases. So i went tues to have blood work done before my follow up appointment and my Sgpt (alt) levels are now at 75. Is this a good thing that they have come down? and am i still at high risk even after changing my habits? Doctor: HelloFindings indicate that SGPT level is still increased.Increased SGPT may indicate liver injury.It may be due to many reasons like hepatitis,alcohol intake,altered lipid profile,medicines,auto immune causes etc.It may be related to alcohol intake in your case.You may need few more investigations like routine hemogram,random blood sugar,lipid profile,ultrasound of abdomen.I suggest tablet ursodeoxycholic acid 300 mg twice daily for three months to my patients.It helps in regeneration of liver cells.It is good that you have quit alcohol intake and reduced your weight.You should continue exercise.Get well soon.Take CareDr.Indu Bhushan