Macro-aspartate aminotransferase (AST) is a benign condition characterised by unexplained persistent fluctuations f this macroenzyme complex in serum. However, it is not clear what causes this phenomenon or which factors favour its appearance in the blood. Moreaover, it is not known whether normal pregnancy mayinfluence macro-AST levels or whether this biochemical abnormality is transmitted genetically to the newborn. We descibe the effect of pregnancy on macro-AST activity in a young woman and also discuss the possible transmission of the macro-enzyme phenomenon to her baby.

Macro-aspartate aminotransferase and pregnancy: any influence?

ORLANDO, ROCCO;
2004

Abstract

Macro-aspartate aminotransferase (AST) is a benign condition characterised by unexplained persistent fluctuations f this macroenzyme complex in serum. However, it is not clear what causes this phenomenon or which factors favour its appearance in the blood. Moreaover, it is not known whether normal pregnancy mayinfluence macro-AST levels or whether this biochemical abnormality is transmitted genetically to the newborn. We descibe the effect of pregnancy on macro-AST activity in a young woman and also discuss the possible transmission of the macro-enzyme phenomenon to her baby.
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