AsseyMethod: Photo Colorimetric
Abbrevation: SGPT (ALT)
Sector: Biochemistry
SampleType: S
S.Vol: -
Transport: at 2-8˚c, -20˚c
Storage: 2 days at 2-8˚c ,3 months at -20˚c
Test Name: Alanine Aminotransferase
Normal Range: Female<34 Male<45
To screen for liver disease
If your doctor thinks that you have symptoms of a liver disorder
A blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
No test preparation is needed, although you should inform your doctor about any drugs you are taking
ALT is an enzyme found mostly in the liver; smaller amounts are also found in the kidneys, heart, and muscles. When the liver is damaged, ALT is released into the bloodstream, hence increasing the concentration that can be detected in a blood test. This often happens before more obvious symptoms of liver damage occur, such as jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin).
How is the sample collected for testing?
A blood sample will be taken from a vein in the arm.
Is any test preparation needed to ensure the quality of the sample?
No test preparation is needed, although you should inform your doctor about any drugs you are taking.