aspartate transaminase

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Aspartate transaminase
Aspartate transaminase (AST) also called serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase (SGOT) or aspartate aminotransferase (ASAT/AAT) is similar to alanine transaminase (ALT) in that it is another enzyme associated with liver parenchymal cells.
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Aspartate transaminase
Aspartate transaminase /as·par·tate trans·am·i·nase/ an enzyme normally present in body tissues, especially in the heart and liver; it is released [more]Aspartate transaminase - Community and Resources


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aspartate transaminase
An enzyme found in the liver, heart, and other tissues. A high level of aspartate transaminase released into the blood may be a sign of liver or heart damage, cancer, or other diseases. Also called serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase or SGOT. 

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