What is it?
An enzyme released when liver cells are damaged — the most sensitive marker of liver inflammation.
Why it matters for long-term health
Detects fatty liver, hepatitis and drug-related liver injury.
Longevity and healthy ageing
Fatty liver is now the leading cause of chronic liver disease and strongly predicts cardiometabolic disease.
What a high result may indicate
Fatty liver, alcohol, viral hepatitis, medications, muscle injury.
What a low result may indicate
Generally not clinically significant.
Common symptoms of abnormal levels
- •Often silent; fatigue, RUQ discomfort if advanced
Risk factors
- •Obesity, insulin resistance, alcohol, hepatitis B/C, medications
Associated medical conditions
- •NAFLD, alcohol-related liver disease, viral hepatitis
How a British GP interprets your result
Interpreted with AST, GGT, ALP, bilirubin and a FIB-4 score.
Further investigations we may arrange
- •AST, GGT, ALP, bilirubin, hepatitis screen, ultrasound, FibroScan
Lifestyle measures that may improve your result
- •Weight loss, Mediterranean diet, alcohol reduction, exercise
Evidence-based treatment options
- •Treat underlying cause; consider GLP-1 in NAFLD with obesity
When to retest
3 months after intervention.
Have this assessment at home, hotel, office or in our Business Bay clinic
Same British GP. Same evidence-based plan. Same-day visits across Dubai — usually within 60–90 minutes of booking.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a ALT blood test at home in Dubai?+
Yes — our DHA-licensed nurse draws ALT at your home, hotel, villa or office anywhere in Dubai, usually within 60–90 minutes of booking. Your result is then reviewed by a British-trained GP who calls you to explain it in plain English.
Do I need to fast before a ALT test?+
Most patients do not need to fast for ALT specifically. If we are running a fuller panel (lipids, glucose, insulin) we will advise an overnight fast — our team confirms this when you book.
How quickly will I get my ALT result?+
Standard turnaround is 24–48 hours from a DHA-accredited laboratory. Your named British GP then calls you personally with the interpretation and a written wellness plan — not a PDF you have to decode alone.
Is ALT covered by insurance?+
Most premium UAE and international insurers reimburse — we provide a fully coded invoice at the visit. Reimbursement typically arrives within 5–10 working days.