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What Does High GGT Level Indicate?

Posted on Fri, 4 Nov 2016

Question: I have ggt of 114 - is high; however,all other liver tests: alp 87, total bilirubin .7, ast 14, alt 34, total protein 6.8 albumin 4.3 and globulin 2.5 are within normal range. i was on amoxicillin for 10 days prior to blood test could that have afected my result?

Answered by Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan (44 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Less likely

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I am Dr.Barani and I am pleased to assist you.

You have isolated elevation of GGT.
The most common cause of isolated GGT elevation is alcohol intake.

Isolated elevation of GGT is less likely to be due to the amoxicillin you took 10 days prior to blood test.

I'd suggest to abstain from alcohol (if there's any habit of drinking alcohol).
Repeat the test after 4 weeks for reassessment.

Feel free to ask further

Regards,
Dr.Barani

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