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What Do These ALT And AST Values In Blood Report Indicate?

I had blood work done for a life insurance policy nine months ago and my ALT was 68 and my AST was 33. Then, I decided to switch policies and had another blood test taken. This time, my ALT was 84 and my AST was 34. Should I be worried? I am 24 years old, I don t smoke or drink and I only take one prescription medication.
Tue, 21 Apr 2015
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I've read your query and i understand your concern
Typically the range for normal AST is reported between 10 to 40 units per liter and ALT between 7 to 56 units per liter.


High levels of ALT may be caused by:

Liver damage from conditions such as hepatitis or cirrhosis.
Lead poisoning.
Exposure to carbon tetrachloride.
Decay of a large tumor (necrosis).
Many medicines, such as statins, antibiotics, chemotherapy, aspirin, narcotics, and barbiturates.
Mononucleosis.
Growth spurts, especially in young children. Rapid growth can cause mildly elevated levels of ALT.

May be one of the prescription medications is responsible for your rising ALT levels.
Check with your Doctor.

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What Do These ALT And AST Values In Blood Report Indicate?

I ve read your query and i understand your concern Typically the range for normal AST is reported between 10 to 40 units per liter and ALT between 7 to 56 units per liter. High levels of ALT may be caused by: Liver damage from conditions such as hepatitis or cirrhosis. Lead poisoning. Exposure to carbon tetrachloride. Decay of a large tumor (necrosis). Many medicines, such as statins, antibiotics, chemotherapy, aspirin, narcotics, and barbiturates. Mononucleosis. Growth spurts, especially in young children. Rapid growth can cause mildly elevated levels of ALT. May be one of the prescription medications is responsible for your rising ALT levels. Check with your Doctor. Take Care