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BIO 201 Objective Question

Question

Which hepatocellular enzyme is considered more specific for liver injury in biomarker panels due to its primary localization in hepatocyte cytoplasm?
Options
A Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
Correct Answer
B Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)
C Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)
D Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

ALT is predominantly present in hepatocytes, whereas AST is abundantly expressed in cardiac, skeletal muscle, and renal tissues as well.

Hint

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