In fact, the High GT-range does not cause specific symptoms. A person with high levels of Gamma-GT may exhibit the symptoms of what caused this increase in Gamma-GT.
For example, a person with liver disease may have high GT-Range, but will not manifest symptoms caused by Gamma-GT specifically, but rather by liver disease. In this case, the patient may be expected to exhibit the following symptoms:
- Weakness;
- Fatigue;
- Loss of appetite;
- Nausea and vomiting;
- Abdominal pain or distention;
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes);
- Change in color of urine and faeces;
- Itching.
What are the main causes of the high Gama-GT?
- Hepatic and biliary diseases;
- Infarction;
- Pancreatic diseases;
- Diabetes;
- Renal insufficiency;
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease;
- Medications (phenanthine, barbiturates);
- Alcoholism.
Gamma-GT is an enzyme that is present in the liver, heart and pancreas. The Gama-GT exam is useful for tracking biliary obstruction and liver disease, especially those caused by alcohol.
Usually the doctor requests the GT-Gama together or following other tests capable of providing additional information. Take the result of the tests requested in the return visit so that the professional can carry out the complete evaluation of your clinical case.
