What causes slight elevated liver enzymes?

Posted on Wed, 13 May 2015

Question: Hi I had a liver function test and my ggp or ggb was over @ 38 mine is suppose to be under 31. If I stop the intake of alcohol and have a healthy diet. Approx how long will it take to get my levels back down. Thank you

Answered by Dr. Pavan Kumar Gupta (25 minutes later)

Brief answer....4-6 weeks
Detailed answer...
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
I have read your query and understand your concern.
Liver functions get deranged by the unhealthy life style,poor eating habits and excessive consumption of alcohol.
Once you quit alcohol and adopt a healthy living,these raised liver enzymes come back to normal within 4-6 weeks time.
I hope it helps however you may revert to me for any further query.
Best of luck
Thanks

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