SGPT (ALT) Test – Alanine Aminotransferase

The SGPT Test, also known as the ALT Test, is a blood test that measures alanine aminotransferase, an enzyme found predominantly in liver cells. When liver cells are injured, ALT may be released into the bloodstream, causing elevated levels.

The test is commonly included in a Liver Function Test (LFT) panel and helps healthcare professionals investigate possible liver injury.

What Does the SGPT Test Help Assess?

• Liver Health: Helps evaluate possible liver cell injury.
• Liver Disease Investigation: Supports the assessment of conditions such as hepatitis and fatty liver disease.
• Treatment Monitoring: May help monitor certain liver conditions and treatments.
• LFT Assessment: Can be interpreted alongside SGOT (AST), bilirubin, ALP, and other relevant tests.

Sample Requirements

• Sample type: Blood, typically serum.
• Fasting: Usually not required for an isolated SGPT test, unless specifically instructed.
• Preparation: Inform your healthcare professional about medicines, supplements, and other factors that may affect results.

Understanding Your Results

Elevated SGPT levels may occur with liver inflammation, fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis, medication-related liver injury, and other conditions.

ALT levels alone cannot establish a diagnosis or determine the severity of liver disease. Results should be interpreted alongside medical history, symptoms, examination findings, and other laboratory investigations.

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