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Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase
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Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) is an important enzyme found mainly in your liver, as well as in your pancreas, kidneys, and spleen. Its main purpose is to help your body break down amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. GGT plays a crucial role in the glutathione cycle, a vital process that helps your body get rid of harmful substances. Think of it as a hardworking cleaner, constantly working to keep your insides clean and healthy. This enzyme also helps move essential molecules across cell membranes, making sure your cells have what they need to work properly.
If Your Levels Are High
High GGT levels might mean that your body is working extra hard to get rid of harmful substances. This could be due to things like drinking alcohol, taking certain medications, or eating a lot of processed foods. It might also mean that your liver, where most GGT is found, is feeling stressed. This stress could come from various sources, such as a diet high in fat, being exposed to toxins in the environment, or even catching a virus. Higher GGT levels could also suggest that your body is having a hard time moving important molecules across cell walls, which is essential for cells to work properly.
Symptoms of High Levels
Symptoms of high levels of GGT may not always be apparent. However, when present, they could include fatigue, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or jaundice, which is a yellowing of the skin and eyes.
If Your Levels are Low
Low GGT levels might mean that your body isn't breaking down amino acids and getting rid of harmful substances as efficiently as it should. This could be due to various reasons, such as not getting enough nutrients, taking certain medications like aspirin or birth control pills, or having a liver that's not working at its best. It's like having a cleaner who doesn't have all the tools they need to keep your insides clean and healthy. This could also affect how well essential molecules are moved across your cell membranes, which might impact how well your cells function overall.
Symptoms of Low Levels
Symptoms of low levels of GGT are typically not noticeable, as this condition often doesn't present with specific signs.
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