What is an alanine aminotransferase (ALT) blood test?

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Dr Ezhilarasan Ml

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ALT test measures the amount of ALT in the blood. When liver cells are damaged, they release ALT into the bloodstream. High levels of ALT in your blood may be a sign of a liver injury or disease.

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