Liver Enzymes
Ratios such as AST:ALT and BUN:creatinine provide context but do not replace interpretation of absolute values. A liver enzyme profile at age 49 is described as exceeding all known comparisons in the article. Liver enzyme testing has subst…
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Ratios such as AST:ALT and BUN:creatinine provide context but do not replace interpretation of absolute values. A liver enzyme profile at age 49 is described as exceeding all known comparisons in the article. Liver enzyme testing has substantial clinical data supporting its use as a health indicator. ALT is described mechanistically as an aminotransferase rather than merely a liver injury flag. GGT can rise in response to pesticides, herbicides, and heavy metals, not only alcohol or acetaminophen. Liver enzymes are presented as a more established marker for assessing health status. An elevated ALT should prompt investigation into why the liver is under assault. Elevated GGT may be an early sign of liver toxin burden even without alcohol use.