Is AST SGOT 240 high, normal or dangerous? What does Aspartate aminotransferase level 240 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: April 7, 2026

AST SGOT 240

Your AST SGOT level of 240 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 15.36
5-10 years 15.729
10-15 years 16.106
15-20 years 16.493
20-25 years 16.889
25-30 years 17.294
30-35 years 17.709
35-40 years 18.134
40-45 years 18.569
45-50 years 19.015
50-55 years 19.471
55-60 years 19.938
60-70 years 20.417
70-80 years 20.907
80-90 years 21.409
90-100 years 21.923
>100 years 22.449

*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 15.371
5-10 years 15.751
10-15 years 16.14
15-20 years 16.539
20-25 years 16.948
25-30 years 17.367
30-35 years 17.796
35-40 years 18.236
40-45 years 18.687
45-50 years 19.149
50-55 years 19.622
55-60 years 20.107
60-70 years 20.604
70-80 years 21.113
80-90 years 21.635
90-100 years 22.17
>100 years 22.718
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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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