This enzyme is also called serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase, or SGOT. The AST level is measured to check the liver, kidneys, heart, pancreas, muscles, and red blood cells. This test is also done to check medical treatments that may affect the liver.
The basic foster care rates currently range from $657 to $820 per month, depending on the age of the child. For children who have special requirements, there is a specialized care increment, ranging from $79 up to $840 per month, determined by the childâs social worker.
As in many other states, Oregon families who adopt children from foster care are able to access adoption subsidy funding. This funding, on average (for monthly payment as well as a $1,500 one-time payment) results in a public cost of about $7,464 per year.