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Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) Audio (En español)

Also known as: Serum Glutamic-Oxaloacetic Transaminase

An enzyme found especially in heart, muscle, and liver cells. Aspartate aminotransferase may be measured as part of a liver function test.

See Related Term(s):  Liver Function Test