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What does AST (SGOT) stand for on the clinical chemistry blood test report? AST (aspartate aminotransferase), or SGOT (serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase) as it is also referred to, is one of the many enzymes (proteins) that reside in the cells of your body and assist in the chemical reactions taking place in your body.
The AST test is commonly used to check for liver diseases. It is usually measured together with alanine aminotransferase (ALT). The AST to ALT ratio can help your doctor diagnose liver disease. Symptoms of liver disease that may cause your doctor to order an AST test include: 1  fatigue. 2  weakness. 3  loss of appetite. 4  nausea or vomiting. 5  swelling in the abdomen. 6  yellow skin or eyes (jaundice). 7  dark urine.