Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Does This Altered SGOT And SGPT Levels In An Occasional Drinker Indicate?
Question: sir, my husband took a blood test last month. the result was as follows... SGPT 70, SGOT 50,TG 380 and total cholestrol 380... he use to have drinks with his friends.. not much, not less... what does this test report indicate? is there anything serious? what is the next step that we should do now? please give us an advice...
Brief Answer:
Deranged lipid profile
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query on HealthcareMagic.
The tests posted by you are SGOT, SGPT, triglycerides and total cholesterol.
SGOT and SGPT are liver enzymes.
They are used to assess the liver functions.
Any abnormality in their level reflects abnormality in liver functions.
The level of both SGOT and SGPT is below 40 IU/L.
There is a marginal increase in level of both the enzymes.
However, these levels do not signify any disease state.
Alcohol intake is the most probable cause of this increase.
The significant values are that of triglycerides (TG)- 380 mg/dl. which should be below 150 and total cholesterol which should be below 200 mg/dl.
Tgs and cholesterol are collectively called lipids.
You need to consult your physician for prescription of drugs which lower the levels of cholesterol and TGs.
Lifestyle modifications are also required which consists of reducing the intake of saturated fatty acids, reduction of fatty food items, increasing intake of fresh fruits, fiber and water in diet.
If you have more queries, I will be glad to answer.
Dr Shailja P Wahal
Deranged lipid profile
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query on HealthcareMagic.
The tests posted by you are SGOT, SGPT, triglycerides and total cholesterol.
SGOT and SGPT are liver enzymes.
They are used to assess the liver functions.
Any abnormality in their level reflects abnormality in liver functions.
The level of both SGOT and SGPT is below 40 IU/L.
There is a marginal increase in level of both the enzymes.
However, these levels do not signify any disease state.
Alcohol intake is the most probable cause of this increase.
The significant values are that of triglycerides (TG)- 380 mg/dl. which should be below 150 and total cholesterol which should be below 200 mg/dl.
Tgs and cholesterol are collectively called lipids.
You need to consult your physician for prescription of drugs which lower the levels of cholesterol and TGs.
Lifestyle modifications are also required which consists of reducing the intake of saturated fatty acids, reduction of fatty food items, increasing intake of fresh fruits, fiber and water in diet.
If you have more queries, I will be glad to answer.
Dr Shailja P Wahal
Note: For further follow up on digestive issues share your reports here and Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
