Alcohol consumption has been shown to increase this value. GGT stands for Gamma Glutamyl Transpedtidase. Similar to SGOT and SGPT, GGT is an enzyme involved in the function of the liver, heart, and muscle cells. Alcohol consumption, liver disease, heart attacks, recent heavy physical exertion, and other normal factors have been shown to raise this value. Low values are probably not significant.
Cholesterol is used to make essential body substances, such as cell walls and hormones.
High levels of cholesterol have been associated with an increased risk for heart disease. Low levels of cholesterol are preferred. Triglycerides are blood fats that are the usual storage form of lipids in the body. This value can be dramatically affected by a recent meal or recent physical activity. Thus, an eight hour fast with no significant activity is required for accurate results.