SGOT Test: Evaluating Liver and Heart Function

The SGOT Test (Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase), also called the AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase) Test, is a blood test used to assess liver function and detect tissue damage. SGOT is an enzyme found in the liver, heart, muscles, kidneys, and brain, and its levels rise in the bloodstream when these organs are injured. Elevated SGOT levels may indicate conditions such as liver disease, hepatitis, heart attacks, or muscle trauma. This test is usually done alongside the SGPT (ALT) test to provide a clearer picture of liver health. Simple and quick, the SGOT Test plays a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring chronic and acute conditions related to vital organs.