Is elevated liver enzymes a sign of hepatitis B?

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Hello doctor. I went for a liver test and the AST was 600 alt, sgpt 500u/l. Doctor, can you tell me if I have hepatitis B? I hope the doctor can help me. I would like to thank you.
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Hello!
These tests only show that your liver is damaged, and the cause is unknown, it is not a diagnostic test for hepatitis B virus. However, elevated liver enzymes like this is a serious problem, you need to go to the doctor right away to find the cause and treat it.
Thank you for your question to Vinmec Health System. Best regards!
Answered by Specialist Doctor I Dong Xuan Ha - Digestive Endoscopy Doctor - Department of Medical Examination and Internal Medicine - Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.