Liver function tests
#1
Liver function tests
Seems as though all those years of a rock n roll lifestyle have caught up for me and my resi medical has thrown up some "slightly elevated" liver function tests.
I've got a CGT reading of 76 (10-50 is the range according to what i can tell from the report), ALT is 44 (0-40 range) and Total Protein is 84 (64-83).
Has anyone any idea if this is likely to cause me problems, and if I need to lay off the booze?
P.S. Anybody want to buy 10 bottles of Stella?
I've got a CGT reading of 76 (10-50 is the range according to what i can tell from the report), ALT is 44 (0-40 range) and Total Protein is 84 (64-83).
Has anyone any idea if this is likely to cause me problems, and if I need to lay off the booze?
P.S. Anybody want to buy 10 bottles of Stella?
#2
Re: Liver function tests
I would say yes, with those results, if you want to improve them, then ideally stop drinking for a wee while. Perhaps try cutting down at first and if you've ever had any physical problems when you've tried to stop before...then definitely see somebody (GP etc) before you stop.
this good living does take it's toll doesn't it?
Can't say whether this will cause problems with immi though
this good living does take it's toll doesn't it?
Can't say whether this will cause problems with immi though
#3
Re: Liver function tests
Perhaps a thyroid test is in order.
Odd liver function tests isn't always about alcohol. In fact many folk don't really drink alcohol at all yet have experienced adverse liver function tests in their lives, my husband included.
Intolerance to certain foodstuff ; keeping fit and over exercising ; thyroid probs ; a virus etc can all have an impact on a liver function test.
Makes me a bit cross to think that the first thought is that there is an alcohol problem. In most cases it is bugger all to do with that.
Odd liver function tests isn't always about alcohol. In fact many folk don't really drink alcohol at all yet have experienced adverse liver function tests in their lives, my husband included.
Intolerance to certain foodstuff ; keeping fit and over exercising ; thyroid probs ; a virus etc can all have an impact on a liver function test.
Makes me a bit cross to think that the first thought is that there is an alcohol problem. In most cases it is bugger all to do with that.
#4
Re: Liver function tests
Sorry BEVS, didnt mean to cause offence.
The doc who gave me the results wasn't sure they'd take it any further, but did say I should cut out the booze in case they look into it more.
Bit of a shock really, I did a med for a visa app last July and didnt have a problem.
The doc who gave me the results wasn't sure they'd take it any further, but did say I should cut out the booze in case they look into it more.
Bit of a shock really, I did a med for a visa app last July and didnt have a problem.
#5
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Re: Liver function tests
Hi Adam
OH says LFT's are border line and just stop the alcohol for 3 weeks before repeat bloods. Also do you take any prescribed medication or over the counter medication, as these can have an effect on your live as well.
Foxy
OH says LFT's are border line and just stop the alcohol for 3 weeks before repeat bloods. Also do you take any prescribed medication or over the counter medication, as these can have an effect on your live as well.
Foxy
#7
Re: Liver function tests
Also, I'd be licking butt at the gym too (trying to keep my BMI down), which I understand can affect some results.
#8
Re: Liver function tests
Ha ha, should've said "kicking butt" there.
There are some things I'd do to lose weight, but that aint one of them.
There are some things I'd do to lose weight, but that aint one of them.
#9
Re: Liver function tests
Over Exercising can also raise the LFT as my Bro in Law found out when he had his medical.
#10
Re: Liver function tests
Sorry BEVS, didnt mean to cause offence.
The doc who gave me the results wasn't sure they'd take it any further, but did say I should cut out the booze in case they look into it more.
Bit of a shock really, I did a med for a visa app last July and didnt have a problem.
The doc who gave me the results wasn't sure they'd take it any further, but did say I should cut out the booze in case they look into it more.
Bit of a shock really, I did a med for a visa app last July and didnt have a problem.
Yes, You should cut out the booze and any meds before new bloods are taken but be aware that it may not make any difference to your test results.
Husband isn't much of a drinker but went teetotal for over a year and it made bugger all difference. Results go up and down like a fiddlers elbow.
Yes. If you are susceptable then Lemsips could have an effect on your liver.
Good luck with this but I am not at all sure that this
Also, I'd be licking butt at the gym too
#11
Re: Liver function tests
Dont worry too much there is only a slight elevation.
The tests will be repeated (may come back with similar values) you can hold on the alcohol but it won't make any difference.
All should be fine with the immigration . Their Doctors may want to review but there is nothing to view honestly such a slight elevation is not an indication of anything (i'm a critical care nurse). What they are looking for is that you are not going to put a strain on an already stretched health service.
Nothing to worry about for any other reason.
The tests will be repeated (may come back with similar values) you can hold on the alcohol but it won't make any difference.
All should be fine with the immigration . Their Doctors may want to review but there is nothing to view honestly such a slight elevation is not an indication of anything (i'm a critical care nurse). What they are looking for is that you are not going to put a strain on an already stretched health service.
Nothing to worry about for any other reason.
#12
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 287
Re: Liver function tests
My hubby had the sames issues, he laid off the booze, ate healthy for a month, drank cranberry juice, took herbal milk thistle... and his levels went up!!!
After various blood tests, liver scan and specialist report it was assigned to the fact he was "just one of those people with fluctuating levels"... 80% of the population apparantly!
So I wouldn't worry, as long as you BMI isn't too high I'm sure its not something that will hold you back we had his medical signed off in approx 3 months.
If you want more detailed info feel free to PM me
After various blood tests, liver scan and specialist report it was assigned to the fact he was "just one of those people with fluctuating levels"... 80% of the population apparantly!
So I wouldn't worry, as long as you BMI isn't too high I'm sure its not something that will hold you back we had his medical signed off in approx 3 months.
If you want more detailed info feel free to PM me
#13
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Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 4
Re: Liver function tests
Seems as though all those years of a rock n roll lifestyle have caught up for me and my resi medical has thrown up some "slightly elevated" liver function tests.
I've got a CGT reading of 76 (10-50 is the range according to what i can tell from the report), ALT is 44 (0-40 range) and Total Protein is 84 (64-83).
Has anyone any idea if this is likely to cause me problems, and if I need to lay off the booze?
P.S. Anybody want to buy 10 bottles of Stella?
I've got a CGT reading of 76 (10-50 is the range according to what i can tell from the report), ALT is 44 (0-40 range) and Total Protein is 84 (64-83).
Has anyone any idea if this is likely to cause me problems, and if I need to lay off the booze?
P.S. Anybody want to buy 10 bottles of Stella?
#15
Re: Liver function tests
No news yet. I got an email from Immigration about a fortnight ago saying I'd be allocated a case officer within 3 weeks. I suppose it'll move forward then.
In the meantime I'm following other posters advice; drinking Cranberry juice, and eating loads of fruit and milk thistle tablets, while the other half teases me by knocking back the wine and champagne in front of me.
I honestly dont think I've been out of a pub for this long since I was 15.
In the meantime I'm following other posters advice; drinking Cranberry juice, and eating loads of fruit and milk thistle tablets, while the other half teases me by knocking back the wine and champagne in front of me.
I honestly dont think I've been out of a pub for this long since I was 15.