Question

a 52 - year - old male patient presents with an elevated ast and an elevated lactic dehydrogenase. where do you suspect the problem occurring?
a) heart
b) bone breakdown
c) prostate
d) kidney
e) liver

Explanation:

AST (aspartate aminotransferase) and lactic dehydrogenase are enzymes that are elevated when there is tissue damage. The liver is a common source of elevated AST. While these enzymes can also be elevated in heart - related issues, the liver is a more likely suspect given the common association of AST with liver function. Bone breakdown, prostate, and kidney issues are less directly associated with these specific enzyme elevations.

Answer:

e) Liver