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Elevated GGT, ALT, Cholesterol Levels. Overweight. Had Taken Exedrin Before Blood Test. Is It Due To This?

I had some blood work done, and have very elevated GGT (190!) and high ALT (95!) My cholesterol is at 213. I am overweight , I am 213 lbs 30 year old female. I am currently doing weight watchers to lose weight, but am now concerned that something else may be wrong. I did not have these tests done because of any symptoms other than hair loss , but now I am scared! I did take Excedrin migraine the morning of my panel - would that make a difference? Please assist! Thank you.
Mon, 7 Oct 2013
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1. GGT ( gamma glutamyl transpeptidase) is the most sensitive indicator of hepatobiliary disorder and is raised in hepato cellular damage and cholestasis, but is rather non-specific because elevated GGT may be found in pancreatic,renal, cardiac,or pulmonary disorders, so Consult with Your Doctor regarding the possibilities who might ask for baseline investigations to rule out the possibilities.

2. Excedrin contains [acetaminophen,caffeine,aspirin] and single dose does not elevate the level, unless Overdose is there.
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Elevated GGT, ALT, Cholesterol Levels. Overweight. Had Taken Exedrin Before Blood Test. Is It Due To This?

** 1. GGT ( gamma glutamyl transpeptidase) is the most sensitive indicator of hepatobiliary disorder and is raised in hepato cellular damage and cholestasis, but is rather non-specific because elevated GGT may be found in pancreatic,renal, cardiac,or pulmonary disorders, so Consult with Your Doctor regarding the possibilities who might ask for baseline investigations to rule out the possibilities. 2. Excedrin contains [acetaminophen,caffeine,aspirin] and single dose does not elevate the level, unless Overdose is there.