Abstract

Elevated serum enzyme values are often the earliest indicators of liver injury in asymptomatic patients. Abnormal AST and ALT point to a hepatocyte disorder; abnormal alkaline phosphatase suggests a biliary tract disorder. Selected case histories illustrate how the three enzyme levels, in conjunction with the history and physical examination, can guide the rest of the workup.

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