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What happens when the PT is high in viral hepatitis?
What happens when the PT is high in viral hepatitis?
What happens when the PT is high in viral hepatitis?
When the PT is high, it takes longer for the blood to clot (17 seconds, for example). This usually happens because the liver is not making the right amount of blood clotting proteins, so the clotting process takes longer. A high PT usually means that there is serious liver damage or cirrhosis.
Last updated on 10 Aug 2023
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What are the small functions of the liver?
The liver is the storage location for fat-soluble vitamins. Additionally, the liver plays a role in heme breakdown into unconjugated bilirubin and conjugates it.
Last updated on 10 Aug 2023
What foods are good for liver repair?
Many foods contain specific compounds or antioxidants that have been shown to support liver function. A few examples include grapefruit, blueberries, cranberries, fatty fish, olive oil, and cruciferous vegetables like broccoli or brussels sprouts.
Last updated on 10 Aug 2023
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