An AST blood test measures levels of aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and helps determine liver function. Too much of this enzyme can indicate a problem, such as liver damage. Aspartate ...

Liver enzymes are proteins in your liver that speed up chemical reactions. If your liver is damaged, blood tests will show abnormally high levels of these enzymes circulating in your bloodstream.

Dear Dr. Roach: I’m a 65-year-old male. On my recent semiannual checkup, my labs showed an AST level of 53 U/L and an ALT level of 62 U/L. I am concerned about nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. In ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I'm a 65-year-old male. On my recent semiannual checkup, my labs showed an AST level of 53 U/L and an ALT level of 62 U/L. I am concerned about nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. In ...

APRI is short for aspartate aminotransferase to platelet ratio index. It’s a way for doctors to measure how healthy your liver is when you have a liver disease. The APRI score is based on the amount ...

Powders are a convenient way to reach your recommended daily intake (RDA) of protein, but they also make it easier to overconsume this macronutrient, potentially causing problems with your liver and ...