Blood Test Review help please. High AST/ALT while GGT normal

[Ty]

I had a blood test shortly after my last cycle and finishing PCT, the abnormals were:

Creatinine 1.41 Range .76-1.27
eGFR IF NonAfrica AM 58 Range >59
AST 41 Range 0-40
LDL Cholest 1.27 Range 0-99

Everything else came in within range

That was 4 months ago. Was getting ready to do my next cycle in about 2 weeks but just had a blood test done, here are my abnormals:

AST 165 Range 0-40
ALT 63 Range 0-44
LDL Choc 1.19

However, my GGT came in fine at 21, Range 0-65

I did have a night of drinking two days before my blood test, as I knew I'd be on orals for a month and I never drink on cycle. Also I worked out hard 2 days before the test but took the day before the test off.

I'm a bit perplexed with the results. I know elevate AST/ALT can maybe indicate liver damage, but with a normal GGT, it seems odd. I've googled high AST/ALT and normal GGT but didn't get much joy.

Again, all other items came out normal other than the above. Appreciate any insights and recommendations.

Stats:

Mid 30s
5'8, 195 BF 16% (approx.)
Done 8 test cycles
Over 10 years of training
Comp BB at local level

 

[GreenEarth]

What was your HDL?

The liver levels do seem a bit strange. But since you were drinking 2 nights before and training intensely 2 days before, that could have a fairly decent impact. I usually take 2-3 days off before blood tests to try and get the most accurate numbers.

Are there any other supplements you've been taking? If so list them out. Also, have you actively been eating and doing things to help your lipid profile while off?

 

[Ty]

HDL was within range at 42. Anything greater than 39 is acceptable.

I forgot to mention my LDH was high at 237, range is 121-237.

More I researched the more I'm thinking that it's due to my heavy drinking and like you said the workout a few days before, plus I'm a bit heavier than I should be, bulk got away from me.

My strategy is to stop all drinking and continue to "natural cut" for next 6 weeks, then go get another blood test. No way would I start a cycle with this kind of result.

Thank you for the response and appreciate any additional feedback.

 

[john161]

Liver and kidneys are both stressed, ggt is more specific for alcohol, and your GFR needs to be monitored. Sometimes testosterone can hurt kidneys too. Maybe you had activation of EBV?

 

[Ty]

Thank you for the additional insight.

I didn't have a EBV analysis done, but I don't have any mono symptoms for what it's worth. Didn't specifically have GFR done either, but creatinine and Bun ratios are within range but creatinine just barely.

Besides not drinking and continue to cut...and wait a month or 6 weeks before having another blood test, any recommendations?

 

[Ty]

OP here.

An update for what it's worth. I went 3 weeks without touching a drop of booze and also took 5 days off of exercising before getting my blood test redone.

Came back perfect.

AST is at 30 was 165
LDH is 163 was 237
ALT is 24 was 63
GGT is 16 was 21

Whew!

 

[mike036]

OP here.

An update for what it's worth. I went 3 weeks without touching a drop of booze and also took 5 days off of exercising before getting my blood test redone.

Came back perfect.

AST is at 30 was 165
LDH is 163 was 237
ALT is 24 was 63
GGT is 16 was 21

Whew!

That's good to hear .your numbers look perfect now .its amazing how much values can change in just 3 weeks

 

[wastedmuscle]

Seriously glad you're okay. When I first read your initial post I was going to recommend you see a hematologist.

 

[Ty]

Thank you.

If I had to take a guess, I'd say it was due to my heavy drinking a few days before the blood test. I seldom drink more than two drinks and never on cycle, but this was a military retirement party and we went to a strip club..enough said.

As stated, no booze for 3 weeks....ate clean and it all worked out.

Saying that, my first week of prop and came down with test flu....karma...got to love it.