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Nov 2023
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Reading Labs: Understanding ALT - A Live...

NURSE DOZA
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This podcast episode discusses ALT, a liver enzyme marker that can indicate chronic inflammation. It emphasizes the importance of getting regular liver health check-ups and highlights that ALT levels can vary depending on the lab. Elevated ALT levels could suggest chronic inflammation in the liver or other parts of the body, as the liver plays a role in reducing inflammation throughout the body. Identifying the root cause of elevated ALT levels is crucial.

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