Serum alkaline phosphatase may increase progressively

For liver metastases or liver diseases of the cancer, serum alkaline phosphatase may increase progressively, often exceeding 20 A units, and γ-glutamyl transpeptidase (γ-GT) may be positive. No significant changes in alanine aminotransferase and other liver functions. Most patients die in a short period of time.

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