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What is Aspartate Aminotransferase, and why you may need an AST test?

Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) is an enzyme found mostly in the liver. AST is an enzyme important in amino acid metabolism. It is also present in the heart, brain, gall bladder, and other organs. If liver cells are damaged, AST may be released into the blood. A blood test can therefore detect the problem. It may...