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

In Kolkata, you will have at your disposal a number of hospitals and diagnostic centres from where you can get your SGPT (ALT) test. An SGPT (ALT) test is a very important blood test that helps in determining liver disorders. It mainly checks for the presence of an enzyme within the blood sample. With PharmEasy Labs, you do not need to travel anywhere and can get your sample collected from home by our expert professionals with just a click of a button.

PharmEasy Labs is a state-of-the-art facility in Kolkata, which is fully barcoded and automated, ensuring that results remain accurate and reliable. There are several options for tests, and the prices are kept very affordable for wider accessibility. The reports are delivered back in record time on your email id. The customer will be kept notified of each and every step of the testing process via alerts on the app.

PharmEasy Labs is present in all big cities of India and is managed by experienced professionals who ensure that the testing experience for the customer is a safe and secure process.

Due to several factors, the cost of an SGPT test may vary. Nevertheless, the standard price for an SGPT test at PharmEasy in Kolkata typically ranges from INR 169 to INR 400. Consider checking and comparing SGPT test prices in major cities across India.

In case you have been diagnosed with a liver ailment in the past, the SGPT test is performed to examine your condition. It is also ordered for those who are suffering from liver ailments like Hepatitis A, B, and C to monitor their health conditions and progress. Healthcare providers might order the SGPT test as a part of regular health check-ups and examinations.

The SGPT test is a simple blood test which is why no special test preparation or fasting is required. However, experts advise avoiding alcohol for at least 24 hours before the test as it can affect the SGPT levels in one’s blood.

During the SGPT Test

As soon as you book your SGPT test via PharmEasy, a vaccinated and expert phlebotomist is assigned to visit your home at the scheduled slot. They will use a vein finder to locate your veins and draw blood for the test samples using sealed and sterilized 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.