SGPT (ALT)
Activity measured as a test of liver function, human Glutamic-Pyruvate Transaminases (Alanine Aminotransferase Family) are pyridoxal phosphate-dependent enzymes involved in cellular nitrogen metabolism, amino acid metabolism, and liver gluconeogenesis. Glutamic Pyruvic Transaminases mediate conversion of major intermediate metabolites, catalyzing reversible transamination between alanine and alpha-ketoglutarate to form pyruvate and glutamate. (NCI) [ ]
Term info
SGPT (ALT)
- ALT
- SGPT
- SGPT (ALT)
- alanine transferase
- serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase
An enzyme found in the liver and other tissues. A high level of serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase released into the blood may be a sign of liver damage, cancer, or other diseases.
SGPT-ALT_Protein
SGPT (ALT)
Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein, Enzyme
C0376147
C25293