Liver Test Results

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usedtobeinca

Guest
Haven't posted any true issues on the site, but I finally have one.

In standard bloodwork my son's ALT and AST (liver enzymes) came back elevated, both in May and in an August re-check. All other LFTs were well within the normal range. A liver ultrasound was ordered (performed Monday) and came back 'normal'. Our CF Team said that is good news and has fielded questions to our GI specialist as to whether interventions are necessary based on the results. We're eagerly (and nervously) awaiting their input.

My questions are: has anyone else had ALT and AST come back elevated, but had a normal liver ultrasound? If so, what determinations were made regarding cause, follow-up, treatment, etc? I realize that all CF cases are unique, but I would also like to know what could be on the table here. I realize after pouring through medical research that there may be a wide array of causes, and no cause is identified in a small number of cases.

Thanks.
 
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usedtobeinca

Guest
Haven't posted any true issues on the site, but I finally have one.

In standard bloodwork my son's ALT and AST (liver enzymes) came back elevated, both in May and in an August re-check. All other LFTs were well within the normal range. A liver ultrasound was ordered (performed Monday) and came back 'normal'. Our CF Team said that is good news and has fielded questions to our GI specialist as to whether interventions are necessary based on the results. We're eagerly (and nervously) awaiting their input.

My questions are: has anyone else had ALT and AST come back elevated, but had a normal liver ultrasound? If so, what determinations were made regarding cause, follow-up, treatment, etc? I realize that all CF cases are unique, but I would also like to know what could be on the table here. I realize after pouring through medical research that there may be a wide array of causes, and no cause is identified in a small number of cases.

Thanks.
 
U

usedtobeinca

Guest
Haven't posted any true issues on the site, but I finally have one.

In standard bloodwork my son's ALT and AST (liver enzymes) came back elevated, both in May and in an August re-check. All other LFTs were well within the normal range. A liver ultrasound was ordered (performed Monday) and came back 'normal'. Our CF Team said that is good news and has fielded questions to our GI specialist as to whether interventions are necessary based on the results. We're eagerly (and nervously) awaiting their input.

My questions are: has anyone else had ALT and AST come back elevated, but had a normal liver ultrasound? If so, what determinations were made regarding cause, follow-up, treatment, etc? I realize that all CF cases are unique, but I would also like to know what could be on the table here. I realize after pouring through medical research that there may be a wide array of causes, and no cause is identified in a small number of cases.

Thanks.
 
U

usedtobeinca

Guest
Haven't posted any true issues on the site, but I finally have one.

In standard bloodwork my son's ALT and AST (liver enzymes) came back elevated, both in May and in an August re-check. All other LFTs were well within the normal range. A liver ultrasound was ordered (performed Monday) and came back 'normal'. Our CF Team said that is good news and has fielded questions to our GI specialist as to whether interventions are necessary based on the results. We're eagerly (and nervously) awaiting their input.

My questions are: has anyone else had ALT and AST come back elevated, but had a normal liver ultrasound? If so, what determinations were made regarding cause, follow-up, treatment, etc? I realize that all CF cases are unique, but I would also like to know what could be on the table here. I realize after pouring through medical research that there may be a wide array of causes, and no cause is identified in a small number of cases.

Thanks.
 
U

usedtobeinca

Guest
Haven't posted any true issues on the site, but I finally have one.
<br />
<br />In standard bloodwork my son's ALT and AST (liver enzymes) came back elevated, both in May and in an August re-check. All other LFTs were well within the normal range. A liver ultrasound was ordered (performed Monday) and came back 'normal'. Our CF Team said that is good news and has fielded questions to our GI specialist as to whether interventions are necessary based on the results. We're eagerly (and nervously) awaiting their input.
<br />
<br />My questions are: has anyone else had ALT and AST come back elevated, but had a normal liver ultrasound? If so, what determinations were made regarding cause, follow-up, treatment, etc? I realize that all CF cases are unique, but I would also like to know what could be on the table here. I realize after pouring through medical research that there may be a wide array of causes, and no cause is identified in a small number of cases.
<br />
<br />Thanks.
 
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JazzysMom

New member
I get elevated liver enzymes a lot. Usually with certain meds (IV Zosyn is a biggie) & when getting TPN via IV.

Each time they become elevated I am on one or both & they put me on Actigal to counteract the elevated enzymes. It has worked for me. I was told long ago that my liver is enlarged (long before elevated enzyme levels), but its not uncommon & nothing to worry about at this point.

I raised the enlarged liver the first time my enzymes were elevated & they assured me it was from the meds because the previous blood work had been fine.

No problems since stopping the Zosyn & TPN
 
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JazzysMom

New member
I get elevated liver enzymes a lot. Usually with certain meds (IV Zosyn is a biggie) & when getting TPN via IV.

Each time they become elevated I am on one or both & they put me on Actigal to counteract the elevated enzymes. It has worked for me. I was told long ago that my liver is enlarged (long before elevated enzyme levels), but its not uncommon & nothing to worry about at this point.

I raised the enlarged liver the first time my enzymes were elevated & they assured me it was from the meds because the previous blood work had been fine.

No problems since stopping the Zosyn & TPN
 
J

JazzysMom

New member
I get elevated liver enzymes a lot. Usually with certain meds (IV Zosyn is a biggie) & when getting TPN via IV.

Each time they become elevated I am on one or both & they put me on Actigal to counteract the elevated enzymes. It has worked for me. I was told long ago that my liver is enlarged (long before elevated enzyme levels), but its not uncommon & nothing to worry about at this point.

I raised the enlarged liver the first time my enzymes were elevated & they assured me it was from the meds because the previous blood work had been fine.

No problems since stopping the Zosyn & TPN
 
J

JazzysMom

New member
I get elevated liver enzymes a lot. Usually with certain meds (IV Zosyn is a biggie) & when getting TPN via IV.

Each time they become elevated I am on one or both & they put me on Actigal to counteract the elevated enzymes. It has worked for me. I was told long ago that my liver is enlarged (long before elevated enzyme levels), but its not uncommon & nothing to worry about at this point.

I raised the enlarged liver the first time my enzymes were elevated & they assured me it was from the meds because the previous blood work had been fine.

No problems since stopping the Zosyn & TPN
 
J

JazzysMom

New member
I get elevated liver enzymes a lot. Usually with certain meds (IV Zosyn is a biggie) & when getting TPN via IV.
<br />
<br />Each time they become elevated I am on one or both & they put me on Actigal to counteract the elevated enzymes. It has worked for me. I was told long ago that my liver is enlarged (long before elevated enzyme levels), but its not uncommon & nothing to worry about at this point.
<br />
<br />I raised the enlarged liver the first time my enzymes were elevated & they assured me it was from the meds because the previous blood work had been fine.
<br />
<br />No problems since stopping the Zosyn & TPN
 
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Ratatosk

Administrator
Staff member
DS' were elevated when he was a couple weeks old, which attributed to being on TPN (IV nutrients) while recovering from his bowel obstruction surgery. He's been on actigall ever since, which seemed to take care of it. He does get tested each year. I seem to recall mention of something called a Factor 2 (?) test, which is a test for early indication of liver issues. He hasn't had one yet, though.
 
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Ratatosk

Administrator
Staff member
DS' were elevated when he was a couple weeks old, which attributed to being on TPN (IV nutrients) while recovering from his bowel obstruction surgery. He's been on actigall ever since, which seemed to take care of it. He does get tested each year. I seem to recall mention of something called a Factor 2 (?) test, which is a test for early indication of liver issues. He hasn't had one yet, though.
 
R

Ratatosk

Administrator
Staff member
DS' were elevated when he was a couple weeks old, which attributed to being on TPN (IV nutrients) while recovering from his bowel obstruction surgery. He's been on actigall ever since, which seemed to take care of it. He does get tested each year. I seem to recall mention of something called a Factor 2 (?) test, which is a test for early indication of liver issues. He hasn't had one yet, though.
 
R

Ratatosk

Administrator
Staff member
DS' were elevated when he was a couple weeks old, which attributed to being on TPN (IV nutrients) while recovering from his bowel obstruction surgery. He's been on actigall ever since, which seemed to take care of it. He does get tested each year. I seem to recall mention of something called a Factor 2 (?) test, which is a test for early indication of liver issues. He hasn't had one yet, though.
 
R

Ratatosk

Administrator
Staff member
DS' were elevated when he was a couple weeks old, which attributed to being on TPN (IV nutrients) while recovering from his bowel obstruction surgery. He's been on actigall ever since, which seemed to take care of it. He does get tested each year. I seem to recall mention of something called a Factor 2 (?) test, which is a test for early indication of liver issues. He hasn't had one yet, though.
 
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Mommafirst

Guest
My dd's liver enzymes were slightly elevated when she came off IVs. I was told it was "normal for a kid with CF" and they weren't concerned.

Has your son recently been on IVs or is this just his normals state?
 
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Mommafirst

Guest
My dd's liver enzymes were slightly elevated when she came off IVs. I was told it was "normal for a kid with CF" and they weren't concerned.

Has your son recently been on IVs or is this just his normals state?
 
M

Mommafirst

Guest
My dd's liver enzymes were slightly elevated when she came off IVs. I was told it was "normal for a kid with CF" and they weren't concerned.

Has your son recently been on IVs or is this just his normals state?
 
M

Mommafirst

Guest
My dd's liver enzymes were slightly elevated when she came off IVs. I was told it was "normal for a kid with CF" and they weren't concerned.

Has your son recently been on IVs or is this just his normals state?
 
M

Mommafirst

Guest
My dd's liver enzymes were slightly elevated when she came off IVs. I was told it was "normal for a kid with CF" and they weren't concerned.
<br />
<br />Has your son recently been on IVs or is this just his normals state?
 
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