SGPT; ALANINE AMINOTRANSFERASE (ALT)

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SGPT (Alanine aminotransferase) is a liver enzyme and its elevation often indicates inflammation or damage of cells in the liver. Inflamed or injured liver cells leak higher than normal amounts of SGPT into the bloodstream. This test helps to screen for liver damage. It is often part of a routine checkup that gives a doctor insight into an individual’s overall health.