Biochemistry
| Full details for "Gamma Glutamyl Aminotransferase (γGT) ". | |
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Name |
Gamma Glutamyl Aminotransferase (γGT) |
Alternative name/Profile |
GGT, Liver Profile |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
GGT is included in the Liver profile and is used to diagnose and monitor hepatobiliary disease. It can be useful in determining a liver origin for a raised serum Alkaline Phosphatase level and also in screening for excess alcohol use. |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
1 day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Haemolysis + Lipaemia may invalidate |
Related links |
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Reference range |
Males 10 - 71 IU/L Females 6 - 42 IU/L |
Last updated |
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:41:17 IST |