Aspartic Acid (Asp) and Aspartate Transaminase (AST) AST is a pyridoxal phosphate (PLP)-dependent enzyme that catalyzes the reversible transfer of an amino group from aspartate to α-ketoglutarate, forming oxaloacetate and glutamate
Aspartate Transferase (AST) - Cleveland Clinic An AST blood test measures the amount of aspartate transferase in your blood In most cases, your healthcare provider uses an AST blood test to help assess the health of your liver, but it can provide insight into other health conditions as well
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) Test Decoded - WebMD An aspartate aminotransferase (AST) test can show whether you have a liver disease or injury Learn how this test works and how it can help your doctor diagnose you
AST Test - MedlinePlus AST (aspartate aminotransferase) is an enzyme, a protein that speeds up certain chemical reactions in your body It is found mainly in your liver but also in your heart, muscles, and other tissues Usually, you will have low levels of AST in your blood
Liver Blood Tests: High, Low Normal Results, Symptoms Causes Common causes of elevated ALT and AST are viral liver infections, alcohol abuse, cirrhosis (from any chronic causes), and more Normal levels of AST (SGOT) is about 5-40 units liter of serum Elevated levels of AST and ALT may signify the level of liver damage in a person
Liver Blood Tests: AST Normal Range, Results, Function - MedicineNet AST (SGOT) is normally found in a variety of tissues including the liver, heart, muscle, kidney, and brain It is released into the blood (serum) when any one of these tissues is damaged For example, the AST level in serum may be elevated in heart attacks or muscle injuries, which can elevate AST levels beyond the AST normal range It is not a