ALT, alanine aminotransferase, also called serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase; SGPT) – a key liver enzyme produced in liver cells. ALT is routinely monitored in HIVpositive people on ARVs to monitor liver toxicity from HIV drugs (or other medications). Increased ALT signals liver injury, but does not indicate how serious liver damage is.
Glossary
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arrhythmia is the medical terms for a disturbance of the heart’s natural rhythm.
- tachycardia refers to when the heart beats too fast.
- bradycardia is when the heart beats too slowly.
fetal – of the unborn baby.
dual therapy – using 2 drugs together.
haematology – study (-ology) of blood (haema-)