Vital Organ Functions•U/L
AST (Aspartate Transaminase)
Code: AST
What is AST (Aspartate Transaminase)?
An enzyme found in the liver, heart, and muscles.
Why is it measured?
Helps identify liver damage or disease, though less liver-specific than ALT.
Key Facts
- •Category: Vital Organ Functions
- •Unit of Measurement: U/L
- •Test Code: AST
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