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AST Test
Also known as: Aspartate aminotransferase, serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase (SGOT) Formally known as: Aspartate aminotransferase Related tests: ALT, ALP, bilirubin, liver function tests
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The Test Sample
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What is being tested?AST is an enzyme found mostly in the heart and liver, and to a lesser extent in other muscles. When heart, liver or muscle cells are injured, they release AST into the blood.
How is the sample collected for testing? A sample is taken by needle from a vein in the arm.
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This page was last modified on
April 22, 2004.
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