Wikijunior:Dinosaurs/Plesiosaur. The Plesiosaur is not actually a dinosaur, but rather a large swimming reptile. Plesiosaur is Greek for nearer to the reptiles. This name given to this creature because it resembles something that is part reptile and part fish.
The ALT test measures the level of ALT in your blood. Consistently high levels of ALT in your blood can be a sign of liver damage. Aspartate Transaminase (AST) is an enzyme found in large amounts in your liver and other parts of your body. The AST test measures the level of AST in your blood.
Liver function tests. Liver function tests may be arranged to help diagnose or monitor liver problems. These blood tests may also be called LFTs, liver panel or hepatic function tests. The liver's job is to filter blood as it travels around the body, but it can become damaged or affected by disease.