Is AST SGOT 158 high, normal or dangerous? What does Aspartate aminotransferase level 158 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: December 25, 2025

AST SGOT 158

Your AST SGOT level of 158 is a High AST SGOT level.

High AST SGOT levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 15 U/L and 37 U/L. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

Important - Scroll to the end of this article to see how our patients managed their high AST SGOT levels 

The normal AST SGOT range for men is :15 - 37 U/L

Ideal values of AST SGOT depending on age (male) :
Age Ideal AST SGOT value
<5 years 15.237
5-10 years 15.478
10-15 years 15.723
15-20 years 15.971
20-25 years 16.223
25-30 years 16.479
30-35 years 16.739
35-40 years 17.003
40-45 years 17.272
45-50 years 17.545
50-55 years 17.822
55-60 years 18.104
60-70 years 18.39
70-80 years 18.681
80-90 years 18.976
90-100 years 19.276
>100 years 19.581

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease AST SGOT levels include:

  • Conditions that affect other organs, such as the heart and skeletal muscle, can cause elevations of AST.
  • Alcohol abuse
  • Fatty liver disease
  • Pancreatitis
  • Hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C

Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their high AST SGOT levels 

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Normal range of AST SGOT found among women :15-37 U/L

Ideal values of AST SGOT depending on age (female) :
AgeIdeal AST SGOT value
<5 years 15.244
5-10 years 15.492
10-15 years 15.744
15-20 years 16
20-25 years 16.26
25-30 years 16.525
30-35 years 16.794
35-40 years 17.067
40-45 years 17.345
45-50 years 17.627
50-55 years 17.914
55-60 years 18.206
60-70 years 18.502
70-80 years 18.803
80-90 years 19.109
90-100 years 19.42
>100 years 19.736
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If you take a AST SGOT blood test and the results are not in the normal range (15-37 U/L), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the AST SGOT Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a AST SGOT test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your AST SGOT levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your AST SGOT test results are usually available within a few hours.

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