I had viral fever with cough and runny nose. I felt better afterward and got a blood test, which showed bilirubin of 1.27. I took medication and syrup for a week. I did a liver function test yesterday, and the results are: Total bilirubin 1.18 (Direct 0.16, Indirect 1.02), SGPT 49.3, SGOT 20, A:G ratio 1. Am I okay with these results?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Mildly raised bilirubin with normal enzymes (SGPT/SGOT) is okay post fever. You are recovering well. Keep hydrated and rest.

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Answered 17/09/2025

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