What is the medical term Alt?

The blood ALT levels are elevated with liver damage (for example, from viral hepatitis) or with an insult to the heart (for example, from a heart attack). Some medications can also raise ALT levels. ALT is also called serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase (SGPT). read more

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An alanine aminotransferase (ALT) test is often part of an initial screening for liver disease. The liver plays several important roles: It stores fuel from food, makes proteins, and helps remove toxins from the body. The liver also makes bile, a fluid that helps in digestion. read more