GAMA-GLUTAMYL TRANSFERASE

Also known as: GGT

What you need to know about study GAMA-GLUTAMYL TRANSFERASE

Sample type Serum or plasma
Delivery time 8 hours
Do I need to fast? Sí

What is this study and what is it for?

Hepatobiliary disease diagnosis and monitoring, is currently the most sensitive liver disease enzymatic indicator. To determine if the alkaline phosphatase elevations are due to skeletal disease (normal gamma-glutamyltransferase: GGT) or reflect the presence of hepatobiliary disease (high GGT). A screening test for hidden alcoholism.

What type of sample is needed?

Serum or plasma

Preparation / Instructions

8-hour fast Do not perform intense exercise the day before. Do not ingest alcoholic beverages

Delivery time

8 hours

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