SGPT / ALT Test (Alanine Transaminase) in Delhi - Price and details

In Delhi, you can get any test, including SGPT (ALT) test, done from a reputed hospital or diagnostic centre. An SGPT test is an important indicator which identifies the presence of an enzyme within the blood. The blood test is an essential prerequisite for diagnosing liver damage. With PharmEasy Labs in Delhi, you can avail of a home sample collection from the comfort of your home.  

PharmEasy Labs is a premier diagnostic service provider that is fully automated and barcoded. The testing facility is a completely hygienic space where the results created are accurate and reliable. The customers are constantly notified about every stage of the testing process. The reports are always delivered within 24-48 hours so that the customer gets time to consult their doctor and come to a quick decision about their health.

PharmEasy Labs is present not just in Delhi but all major cities, and the employees are experienced professionals with more than 25 years of experience. The reports are double-checked by registered medical practitioners to ensure that the results stay accurate.

In Delhi, an SGPT test via PharmEasy is generally priced at around INR 175, with slight variations depending on the diagnostic lab, service location, and ongoing offers. For a more comprehensive view, you can compare SGPT test prices across major cities in India.

When you exhibit signs of liver disease like nausea, vomiting, weakness, loss of appetite, sore or swollen abdomen, jaundice, swollen legs and ankles, and dark urine or light-coloured stool, you might be required to schedule the SGPT test. Additionally, if you have hepatitis, diabetes, obesity, are a heavy drinker, or have a history of liver disease in your family, you must get the test.

The SGPT test can be performed without the patient undergoing any special preparation. No fasting is required. You must let your doctor know in advance of the test if you are currently taking any medications because they could affect the test results.

During the SGPT Test

There is no particular discomfort felt during the SGPT blood test because PharmEasy's phlebotomists are trained to draw blood accurately. They typically use vein finder devices to precisely locate the vein before taking blood with sterile, sealed needles.

The normal range of SGPT / ALT in the blood is generally considered to be less than 35 units per litre of blood. If the results are higher than this, it may suggest the presence of liver damage or disease. However, this range can be affected by a few factors, such as age and gender. Therefore, the result must be specifically discussed with doctors.

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If the range of SGPT / ALT is found to be higher than the normal range, it may suggest the presence of liver damage or disease. Increased ALT can result from several conditions, such as:

• Cirrhosis
• Hepatitis
• Death of liver tissue
• Cancer or tumour in the liver
• Lack of blood flow to the liver.
• Hemochromatosis, which is the build-up of iron in the body
• Mononucleosis, which is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus
• Pancreatitis

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Risks / Possible Complications

An SGPT test, a standard blood test, generally carries a low risk of complications. Nevertheless, it's important to promptly seek medical advice if you encounter:

• Prolonged bleeding from the puncture site.
• Swelling or pain in the region where the needle was inserted.

Limitations

• Potential errors caused by either machinery or human factors that could impact the test results.
• The possibility of misinterpreting the markers.