Question:
The causes of increased Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT) in human serum can be due to:
The causes of increased Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT) in human serum can be due to:
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Remember that GGT levels are sensitive to liver damage but not specific to hepatitis.Focus on alcohol-related liver damage, metastasis, and conditions like pancreatitis when interpreting elevated GGT.
Updated On: Mar 12, 2025
- Alcoholism
- Hepatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Liver metastasis
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
GGT levels are particularly elevated in conditions affecting the pancreas, such as pancreatitis, due to bile duct involvement.
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