Aspartate Aminotransferase Blood Test in Malaysia
The aspartate aminotransferase (AST) test is a blood test that checks for liver damage. Your doctor might order this test to find out if you have liver disease and to monitor your treatment. Your liver is an organ that has many important jobs. It makes a fluid called bile that helps your body digest food. It also removes waste products and other toxins from your blood. It produces proteins, as well as substances that help your blood clot. Alcohol or drug use and diseases such as hepatitis can damage your liver and keep it from doing these jobs. AST is an enzyme your liver makes. Other organs, like your heart, kidneys, brain, and muscles, also make smaller amounts. AST is also called SGOT (serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase).
Sample Type
Blood Sample
Turnaround
24–48 Hours
Fasting
No Fasting
Clinics
450+ Locations
Why Take This Test?
Similar to ALT — liver or muscle injury; ratio with ALT can give extra clues.
Why Doctors Recommend It
To detect liver injury, muscle damage or other tissue injury; often ordered with ALT for hepatitis, NAFLD or drug monitoring.
How It Works in 3 Easy Steps
Skip the hospital queues. Book online, walk in, and review reports on your phone.
Book on App
Select this test, choose your nearest clinic, and confirm booking.
Quick 5-Min Sample
Walk into your selected partner GP clinic for blood sample collection.
Results in 24–48h
Digital PDF report sent to WhatsApp & Elab App with doctor teleconsult.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the Aspartate Aminotransferase test?
To detect liver injury, muscle damage or other tissue injury; often ordered with ALT for hepatitis, NAFLD or drug monitoring.
Do I need to fast before taking this blood test?
No fasting is typically required for this specific test unless combined with fasting glucose or lipid panels. Plain water is always encouraged.
How do I access my laboratory report?
Once processed by our certified laboratory (within 24–48 hours), your secure digital report will be sent directly to your WhatsApp and permanently saved in your Elab App account. You can also request a free post-report doctor video call.
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