High Liver Enzymes | Aspartate vs Alanine Aminotransferase (AST vs. ALT) | Causes

The video tutorial explains the roles of liver enzymes AST and ALT, their functions, and their significance in diagnosing liver conditions. It covers the concept of transaminitis and the causes of elevated liver enzymes, including viral hepatitis, hepatobiliary obstruction, and more. The tutorial also highlights the importance of understanding enzyme half-lives and their specificity to the liver, muscle, and heart.

List some causes of elevated liver enzymes and explain their impact.

What is the relationship between AST and ALT levels in viral hepatitis?

Discuss the implications of elevated liver enzymes in the context of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.