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

PharmEasy Labs offers as many as 500 tests spread over an area of more than 2500 pincodes. The home sample collection facility ensures that the tests can be done from the comfort of your own home without the need to travel to any diagnostic centres. The samples are collected by experienced phlebotomists and then analyzed on fully automated machines for precise and accurate test results. Tests are very reasonably priced and do not cause any financial strain to the general public.

The team of technicians, phlebotomists, and pathologists are experts with more than 25 years of professional experience in their field. The reports are generated in a timely manner so people can seek quick medical attention.

The SGPT test is essential to check if there has been any damage to the liver. If the SGPT levels in the blood are elevated, it is indicative of damage caused to the liver. Excessive consumption of alcohol and some specific drugs and the occurrence of conditions like cirrhosis and hepatitis can harm the liver.

Various factors contribute to the variability in the cost of an SGPT test. Nevertheless, the standard price for an SGPT test at PharmEasy in Patna is typically between INR 169 and INR 400. To make an informed decision, consider comparing SGPT test prices in major Indian cities.

The SGPT test is prescribed if the doctor observes any symptoms of liver damage like:

• Stomach pain
• Swollen stomach
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Yellow eyes and skin
• Exhaustion
• Dark coloured urine
• Light coloured poop
• Itchy skin

The test is also prescribed in some other conditions like:

• Exposure to hepatitis
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Family history of liver condition
• Consumption of certain drugs that damage the liver
• To check the effectiveness of treatment for liver disease
• To monitor the progression of liver disease

There is no special preparation that needs to be done before the SGPT test. As there is no need to fast, the test can be done for any convenient time.

During the SGPT Test

Once the SGPT test has been booked, the phlebotomist will arrive at your house to collect the blood sample according to the date and time chosen by you. They use disposable and new needles and gloves to draw the blood in a safe and hygienic manner. To reduce discomfort caused when the needle pierces the skin, the phlebotomists have a vein finder device which locates the best vein in the forearm to draw blood from. The blood is safely stored in barcoded vials, then transported to the laboratory for testing.

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.