it is an enzyme secreted from the walls of the hepatobiliary system, elevated levels suggest a blockage in the system, e.g. gall stones, external obstruction etc. elevated levels in conjunction with elevated alkaline phosphatase also suggest a peri hepatic origin versus other sources of alkaline phosphatase, good luck
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it is an enzyme secreted from the walls of the hepatobiliary system, elevated levels suggest a blockage in the system, e.g. gall stones, external obstruction etc. elevated levels in conjunction with elevated alkaline phosphatase also suggest a peri hepatic origin versus other sources of alkaline phosphatase, good luck