What Causes Elevated SGPT And SGOT Levels?

Posted on Tue, 31 May 2016

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Question : my sgpt is 243 and sgot 180. is it very risky for my life

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (10 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query..
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Your SGPPT and SGOT are significantly higher than normal levels.
What is causing this raised levels is more important.

Please do the following tests and get back to me.

1. HBsAg
2. Anti HCV
3. Anti HAV IgM
4. Anti HEV IgM
5. PT/INR
6. Ultrasound scan of the abdomen.

Why were these tests done?

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

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