Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
Also known as: ALT, SGPT
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We offer blood tests across the UK through our partner network: have your sample taken at The Vesey or at a partner clinic near you, anywhere in the UK and Ireland. A Health Advisor books it for you on a free 15-minute call, and your results come back to The Vesey for our GPs to review.
Alanine aminotransferase is an enzyme found mainly in the liver. At The Vesey in Sutton Coldfield, Alanine Aminotransferase is available within 24 private blood test panels, with clinician-reviewed results. This page is educational and does not replace personalised medical advice.
What Alanine Aminotransferase measures
Alanine aminotransferase is an enzyme found mainly in the liver. Its level in the blood is used as one of the standard markers of liver activity.
Why it is tested
ALT is measured as part of liver function testing and general health screening. It is included in liver, comprehensive and many broad panels.
Tests that include Alanine Aminotransferase at The Vesey
Guide prices are read from the current Vesey catalogue and confirmed at booking.
Liver Health
Guide price from £135
Basic Screen
Guide price from £153
Acute Medical Panel 1
Guide price from £168
Acute Medical Panel 2
Guide price from £180
Muscle and Rheumatology
Guide price from £189
Long COVID
Guide price from £190
18 further Vesey panels include Alanine Aminotransferase. See all blood test panels →
Related biomarkers
Other markers in the liver group:
Frequently asked questions
What does ALT indicate?
It is one of several liver enzymes used together to assess the liver. Results are interpreted as a group rather than individually.
This page is for general education and information only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a recommendation for any specific test or treatment, and it does not include reference ranges, which are laboratory-dependent and interpreted by a clinician. Guide prices are indicative and confirmed at the time of booking. Always discuss your health and any test results with a qualified clinician. In an emergency call 999; for urgent non-emergency advice call NHS 111.
Private blood testing in Sutton Coldfield
Clinician-reviewed results. No GP referral needed.
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