Isolated GGT Elevation
April 24th, 2019
Overview
Isolated elevation of GGT is generally suggestive of a non-hepatobiliary cause, and is classically a sign of alcohol intake.
Causes of Isolated GGT Elevation
- Significant alcohol intake (usually >2 drinks per day)
- Pancreatitis
- COPD
- Renal failure
- Diabetes
- Myocardial infarction
- Drugs - phenytoin, carbamazepine, paracetamol, tricyclic antidepressants
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