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GGTP
Question | Answer |
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What is the significance of the GGTP test? | it shows diseases that are associated with the liver, pancreas or bile ducts |
What type of specimen is used for this test? | blood sample is taken from a vein on the forearm or hand |
What are the norman results for men and women? | men- 2 to 30 U/L women- 1 to 24 U/L |
What do the low levels indicate? | decreased levels of GGTP can signal a deficiency |
What does GGTP stand for? | Gamma-glutamyltransferase |
What is another abbreviation? | GGT |
What do high levels indicate? | Increased levels of GGTP are often associated with systemic lupus, hyperthyroidism and cirrhosis of the liver |