Is GGT 159 high, normal or dangerous? What does Gamma glutamyl transferase level 159 mean?

Your GGT level of 159 is a High GGT level.

High levels of GGT in the blood indicate a variety of health problems. If your blood GGT level is between 15 U/L and 85 U/L, you probably do not have an underlying health problem. But if GGT levels are not in this range, you should see a doctor immediately.

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Normal range of GGT found among men : 15 - 85 U/L

Ideal values of GGT depending on age (male) :
Age Ideal GGT value
<5 years 15.239
5-10 years 15.481
10-15 years 15.727
15-20 years 15.977
20-25 years 16.231
25-30 years 16.489
30-35 years 16.751
35-40 years 17.017
40-45 years 17.288
45-50 years 17.563
50-55 years 17.842
55-60 years 18.126
60-70 years 18.414
70-80 years 18.707
80-90 years 19.004
90-100 years 19.306
>100 years 19.613

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

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Normal range of GGT found among women : 15-85 U/L

Ideal values of GGT depending on age (female) :
Age Ideal GGT value
<5 years 15.246
5-10 years 15.496
10-15 years 15.75
15-20 years 16.008
20-25 years 16.27
25-30 years 16.536
30-35 years 16.807
35-40 years 17.082
40-45 years 17.362
45-50 years 17.646
50-55 years 17.935
55-60 years 18.229
60-70 years 18.528
70-80 years 18.831
80-90 years 19.139
90-100 years 19.452
>100 years 19.771

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If you take a GGT blood test and the results are not in the normal range (15-85 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.

Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease GGT levels include:

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How the GGT Test Is Done :

If your doctor wants GGT test on you, you may need a GGT blood test. During the GGT blood test, a pathologist will put a needle into your veins and take out a small quantity of blood. A pathologist is a physician in the medical field who thoroughly studies the causes and effects of disease. Within a few hours you will get your GGT Test report by your pathologist.

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