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SGOT medical abbreviation
SGOT means "serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for SGOT), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What SGOT means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase | None | Lab orders, Charting |
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Questions
What does SGOT mean in medical terms?
SGOT means "serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase".
Where is SGOT used?
SGOT shows up in lab orders and charting. Its category here is lab.
Is SGOT on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. SGOT is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.