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GPT (ALT, ALAT)
GPT, also called ALT, is an enzyme that occurs almost exclusively in the liver. When liver cells are damaged, it enters the blood and the level rises.
An elevated GPT level is therefore a sensitive indicator of liver diseases such as hepatitis or fatty liver. Normal values indicate a healthy liver.
An elevated GPT level is therefore a sensitive indicator of liver diseases such as hepatitis or fatty liver. Normal values indicate a healthy liver.
Bilirubin, total
Bilirubin is produced during the breakdown of the red blood pigment hemoglobin and is further processed in the liver. It reaches the intestine via the bile and is eventually excreted. The total bilirubin level in the blood indicates how well this breakdown and excretion process is functioning.
Slightly elevated levels can be harmless, such as in the case of Gilbert's syndrome. However, significantly elevated levels can indicate liver or bile duct diseases and often lead to a yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice).
Slightly elevated levels can be harmless, such as in the case of Gilbert's syndrome. However, significantly elevated levels can indicate liver or bile duct diseases and often lead to a yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice).
Gamma-GT (G-GT)
GGT is an enzyme that is primarily found in the liver and bile ducts. It is released into the blood when these organs are damaged or stressed. Therefore, GGT is an important marker for liver health.
Elevated levels may indicate alcohol abuse, liver inflammation, bile duct obstruction, or certain medications. Normal levels usually indicate intact liver function.
Elevated levels may indicate alcohol abuse, liver inflammation, bile duct obstruction, or certain medications. Normal levels usually indicate intact liver function.
Albumin
Albumin is the most common protein in blood plasma and is produced in the liver. It retains fluid in the vascular system and transports vitamins, enzymes, and hormones.
A deficiency may be caused by liver or kidney diseases, inflammation, or poor protein supply. High albumin levels occur with fluid loss or a very high-protein diet. Since albumin also reflects the nutritional situation, persistently low levels indicate insufficient protein intake and an increased risk of muscle weakness or infections.
A deficiency may be caused by liver or kidney diseases, inflammation, or poor protein supply. High albumin levels occur with fluid loss or a very high-protein diet. Since albumin also reflects the nutritional situation, persistently low levels indicate insufficient protein intake and an increased risk of muscle weakness or infections.
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