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According to Tietz 4th edition there aren't really any clinical conditions which are associated with a low AST value all by itself. AST is measured by physicians to determine liver damage. An increased AST is associated with a damaged liver, which is why we check it.
There are a few things which will cause the AST value to come out low when tested however. For instance if you are currently taking Vitamin C to ward off an infection this will cause your AST value to measure a bit lower than it would otherwise. This is not really a bad thing however as the low measurement has more to do with molecular interference than an actual low value (the Vitamin C just gets in the way). Penicillin can also cause a lower value. The normal value for women is also a bit lower than the normal value for men, so depending on what reference ranges you look at you could be misinterpreting the information.
The only thing I could find where a low AST was even associated with something bad was in instances of poisoning with cyanide, but it would not be the only value which would come out abnormal, and you would surely notice the symptoms.
Basically it's nothing to worry about.
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∙ 13y agoLow AST levels are usually due to Vitamin B6 deficiencies
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What is low ast?
The acronym AST refers to Aspartate Aminotransferase. The level is normally low, and this is a good thing. Higher levels can indicate something wrong, such as tissue damage.
What is a high level of ast indicate?
a ast level of 232 is very dangerous
What does a low ast mean?
AST stands for aspartate aminotransferase, which is an enzyme. It is normal to have a low level of AST in the blood. AST levels become elevated when there is damage or disease to an organ.
What does AST mean?
AST stands for aspartate aminotransferase, which is an enzyme found in cells throughout the body. It is commonly measured in blood tests to assess liver and heart health. High levels of AST can indicate damage to these organs.
When was AST - publisher - created?
AST - publisher - was created in 1993.
What is the formula to determine AST ALT ratio?
The ratio of AST to ALT (AST:ALT) is calculated by dividing the AST value by the ALT value
What nicknames does Dan Ast go by?
Dan Ast goes by Danast.
How do you lower your alt ast level?
How do you lower your AST and ALT levels
Low margin of safety would be indicate?
low break even point
What does the L symbol indicate on a weather map?
What does this symbol indicate on a weather map? low pressure
When did Astesanus de Ast die?
Astesanus de Ast died in 1330.
When was Karl Rumor-Ast born?
Karl Rumor-Ast was born in 1886.
