4. Payton, PBD testing for alcohol misuse, 24Apr13
4. Payton, PBD testing for alcohol misuse, 24Apr13
4. Payton, PBD testing for alcohol misuse, 24Apr13
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GGT<br />
Gamma glutamyl transferase<br />
• an enzyme on cell membranes<br />
• rises in<br />
• <strong>alcohol</strong> <strong>misuse</strong><br />
• drugs<br />
• anticonvulsants,<br />
• anticoagulants,<br />
• oral contraceptives and<br />
• some antibiotics<br />
• GGT 85% specific but useful<br />
• no liver disease<br />
• not taking medication<br />
• other indicators of <strong>alcohol</strong> <strong>misuse</strong>