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Is GGT Level Of 85 With All Other Tests Being Normal A Cause For Concern?

I am writing on behalf of my 39 year old son. He is 5 9 about 160 pounds, vegetarian, non-smoker, very light drinker. His GGT level came back at 85. All other blood work was well within levels. I was in India two weeks before the test and was quite sick with intestinal issues. Could this be the reason.
Thu, 28 May 2015
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Dear Sir, Hi

I appreciate your concern for the raised GGT levels of your son.
After having gone through the problem I am of the opinion that the GGT level is high suggestive of liver damage.

This could occur from drinking alcohol, gall bladder or pancreas problems.

Following life style modifications are found to be useful for the raised GGT level:

He must:
Avoid alcohol & certain drugs like Acetaminophen as these are proven to damage the liver
Avoid eating fatty meals, fast and junk foods
Eat a healthy balanced diet rich in proteins and fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables.
Take Vitamin E containing supplements
Do daily brisk walking exercise for 40 minutes a day to keep fit.

Hope the suggestions given above could be of great help in reducing the level of raised GGT.
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Is GGT Level Of 85 With All Other Tests Being Normal A Cause For Concern?

Dear Sir, Hi I appreciate your concern for the raised GGT levels of your son. After having gone through the problem I am of the opinion that the GGT level is high suggestive of liver damage. This could occur from drinking alcohol, gall bladder or pancreas problems. Following life style modifications are found to be useful for the raised GGT level: He must: Avoid alcohol & certain drugs like Acetaminophen as these are proven to damage the liver Avoid eating fatty meals, fast and junk foods Eat a healthy balanced diet rich in proteins and fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. Take Vitamin E containing supplements Do daily brisk walking exercise for 40 minutes a day to keep fit. Hope the suggestions given above could be of great help in reducing the level of raised GGT. Rate this answer, if you are convinced.