Friday, August 7, 2020

Strong link found between abnormal liver tests and poor COVID-19 outcomes

Researchers found that patients with COVID-19 presented with abnormal liver tests at much higher rates than suggested by earlier studies. They also discovered that higher levels of liver enzymes -- proteins released when the liver is damaged -- were associated with poorer outcomes for these patients, including ICU admission, mechanical ventilation, and death.

from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/08/200807131912.htm

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