Know Your Blood Parameter : GGT

1. Parameter Name 

   Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT)

   
   

2. Test Type 

   Blood

   
   

3. Normal Range

   • Men: 7 – 45 U/L

   • Women: 5 – 30 U/L

     
     

4. High Levels Indicate 

   Bile duct problems, alcohol use, fatty liver, or liver damage due to toxins or medications.

   
   

5. Low Levels Indicate 

   Typically not clinically significant.

   
   

6. Why It's Tested 

   To confirm liver or bile duct origin of elevated ALP and assess alcohol-related liver damage.

   
   

7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal) 

   Often asymptomatic; may present with fatigue, jaundice, nausea if liver is affected.

   
   

8. What To Do If Abnormal 

   Evaluate alcohol use, medications, and liver health. Consider full liver profile and imaging.

   
   

9. Common Conditions Related 

   Alcoholic liver disease, fatty liver, bile duct obstruction

   
   

10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection 

    Limit or stop alcohol, maintain healthy weight, increase intake of antioxidants (fruits, vegetables).

    
    

11. References (APA Format) MedlinePlus. (2023). GGT test. Mayo Clinic. (2022). Liver function tests. American Liver Foundation. (2023). Liver enzyme testing.