AST

AST

Aspartate aminotransferase (glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase) belongs to the transaminases, which catalyze the interconversion of amino acids and a-ketoacids by transfer of amino groups. Aspartate aminotransferase is commonly found in human tissue. Although heart muscle is found to have the most activity of the enzyme, significant activity has also been seen in the brain, liver, gastric mucosa, adipose tissue, skeletal muscle, and kidneys.

Fortress Diagnostics manufactures AST reagents designed for Hitachi 917, Olympus AU600/400/640/2700 and CA 180/270/400 Furuno/Daytona systems.