Inquire about the need for a liver function test for a 11-month-old child who is still breastfeeding, as well as whether fasting is required before the test.

A 2-month-old female infant was diagnosed with pneumonia and admitted for treatment. During urine tests, it was found that alanine aminotransferase (ALT) was 112, aspartate aminotransferase (AST) was 117, and unconjugated bilirubin (IBIL) was 21. The infant received 6 days of pneumonia treatment and oral medication ‘Mene’ for liver treatment in the hospital. However, during the re-examination on the 20th, alanine aminotransferase (ALT) rose to 318, aspartate aminotransferase (AST) to 392, total bilirubin (TBIL) to 42, and unconjugated bilirubin (IBIL) to 24. Inquire about the current liver function status of the infant and the possible causes.

Patients with Hepatitis B with HBeAg positive should pay attention to immune function, regularly check liver function, and avoid overexertion and liver-damaging medications. Long-term untreated Hepatitis B can lead to liver cirrhosis and liver cancer. If the liver function test is normal, there is no need to worry, but it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Discussing the meaning of two positive results in the hepatitis B test and subsequent treatment recommendations.

Discussing the accuracy of liver function testing during a child’s illness and related precautions.

Inquire about the normal values of alanine aminotransferase and the criteria for diagnosing liver function abnormalities

How should one treat an abnormal liver function in a child?

Causes and Treatment Suggestions for High Transaminase Levels in Children