How are liver enzymes measured?
My recent blood report showed some elevated liver enzymes, and the doctor said we need to monitor it. I'm curious about the process – how exactly do they measure these enzymes in our blood? Is it a common test?
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4 months ago
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They just do a simple blood test called Liver Function Test (LFT) to check enzymes like SGOT and SGPT. I had to get it done last semester when I had jaundice. You just have to fast in the morning and give a blood sample, it's very chill.
4 months ago
I remember feeling so scared and anxious when my doctor ordered an enzyme check, thinking something was seriously wrong with me. They measure them in units per liter (U/L) through a routine blood draw. Seeing those elevated numbers is stressful, but it's just a guide to help you heal.
4 months ago
It is measured through an LFT blood test, checking SGOT, SGPT, and ALP levels. My levels were high last year due to oily food and bad lifestyle, but a simple diet change brought them down. Just get the blood test done, it takes only a few minutes.
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4 months ago
They measure these enzymes with a morning blood test, which tells us how hard the liver is working. While drinking lukewarm water with lemon or eating amla helps detoxify, we must first get the proper medical reports to know the exact enzyme levels. Take care and don't skip the test.
4 months ago
You don't need any expensive procedures, just book a standard Liver Function Test (LFT) from any local lab, which usually costs around 500 to 800 rupees. They will measure the SGPT and SGOT enzyme levels from your blood. If they are slightly high, reducing fried foods and walking daily helps a lot.