SGPT (ALT)
01 Overview
02 Details
Why Get Tested?
To screen for liver damage and/or to help diagnose liver disease.
When to Get Tested?
When a healthcare practitioner thinks that you have symptoms of a liver disorder, such as abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, jaundice (yellow skin), or potential exposure to hepatitis virus; as part of a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)when you have a routine health exam.
Sample Required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm.
Test Preparation Needed?
None