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What does it mean when the GGT is high?
What does it mean when the GGT is high?
What does it mean when the GGT is high?
High levels of GGT in the blood may be a sign of liver disease or damage to the bile ducts. Bile ducts are tubes that carry bile in and out of the liver.
Last updated on 16 Aug 2023
Related Questions
What is an examination of the bile duct structure called?
Bile duct exploration is a procedure to remove any blockage in the flow of bile from the liver and gall bladder to the intestines.
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What is a slightly elevated level of conjugated bilirubin?
Elevated conjugated bilirubin levels usually indicate hepatobiliary disease.
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What are the causes of a bilirubin level showing in urine?
If bilirubin is showing in your urine then you may have a liver disease or having an obstruction in the bile ducts.
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What is the meaning of GGT in the medical term?
GGT stands for gamma-glutamyl transferase in medical terms.
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Are bile pegment and bilirubin same thing?
Bilirubin is the main product of bile.
Last updated on 16 Aug 2023