Why the ALT Test Is Performed. The ALT test is used to evaluate whether a patient has liver damage. Liver damage causes an elevation in ALT levels. However, the test does not show how much damage there is or how much fibrosis (scarring) is present.f the liver is damaged or not functioning properly, ALT is released into the blood. This causes ALT levels to increase. The alanine aminotransferase (ALT) test is used to evaluate liver function.
1 Sprinkle chops with salt and pepper. 2  Cut clove of garlic and rub over meat if desired. 3  If broiling, about 10 minutes before you're ready to cook, put a cast iron or other sturdy, heatproof skillet on the rack. 4  Grill or broil chops, 3 or 4 inches from the heat source, until they are nicely browned on both sides. Grill or broil chops, 3 or 4 inches from the heat source, until they are nicely browned on both sides. 2  Single chops require only 2 or 3 minutes per side at most. 3  For double chops cooking time will still be less than 10 minutes.
4. Cook the chops over medium-high heat until they're golden-brown. The exact cooking time will differ based on the size and thickness of your pork chops. Thin-cut chops will only need a few minutes per side, while thick slices can require 5 minutes or more.Allow each side to develop a rich, deep golden brown color.nce you do cook it, eat it within two hours (or if the surrounding temperature is 90Â°F, within one hour), or store it in the fridge in shallow, covered containers for up to 4 days, or freeze it. For best quality, eat frozen pork within 3 months, and never refreeze partially defrosted pork.