Alanine transaminase (ALT) is an enzyme that’s primarily found in the liver. When the organ is damaged, more of the enzyme makes its way into the bloodstream where it can be detected by an ALT test. This helps doctors diagnose liver conditions like cancer, hepatitis, alcohol-related liver disease, and cirrhosis.
DrOwl is a medical records storage app that helps patients keep track of ALT tests and other health data. Our app can also help you understand your lab results by explaining them clearly and concisely.
ALT tests can be part of a routine blood test during a general checkup. Doctors may also recommend one when a patient exhibits signs of liver disease or has certain risk factors, including:
Healthy ALT ranges vary between men and women. For women, a healthy range is between 7 to 45 units per liter, whereas the healthy range for men is between 7 to 55 units per liter. Exercise and fatty foods before testing can temporarily cause ALT levels to get higher.
Lab test results are often hard for patients to understand, but DrOwl can help. Our health records storage app features a specialized AI tool that takes clinical documentation and translates it into plain language. Instead of wondering what your test results are really saying, you can use DrOwl to access a clear, comprehendible explanation.
To get started, create a DrOwl account today and begin uploading your medical records. You can also contact us for more information.
