Description
Gamma Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) - Elevated GGT is found in all forms of liver disease. Measurement of GGT is used in the diagnosis and treatment of alcoholic cirrhosis, as well as primary and secondary liver tumors. It is more sensitive than alkaline phosphatase, the transaminases, and leucine aminopeptidase in detecting obstructive jaundice, cholangitis, and cholecystitis. Normal levels of GGT are seen in skeletal diseases; thus, GGT in serum can be used to ascertain whether a disease, suggested by elevated alkaline phosphatase, is skeletal or hepatobiliary.Increased levels of GGT can indicate diseases of the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, bile ducts and/or pancreas.
The Gamma Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) Test is often ordered in response to elevated Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) lab results. GGT is used in conjunction with ALP to monitor liver function.
