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Obesity Predicts Liver Function Testing and Abnormal Liver Results.

Wenhao LiKate HomerSally HullKambiz BoomlaJohn RobsonWilliam Alazawi
Published in: Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) (2019)
Overweight and obesity are predictors of liver testing (not in children) and abnormal test results, irrespective of ALT threshold. Given the rising prevalence of metabolic dysfunction, a coordinated strategy is needed for liver testing and interpreting results in this young population.
Keyphrases
  • type diabetes
  • metabolic syndrome
  • young adults
  • insulin resistance
  • oxidative stress
  • weight loss
  • risk factors