Relationship between SGOT/SGPT ratio and energy intake were investigated in 1030 subjects (373 males, 657 females). These figures were taken from epidemiological survey of the Tokushima prefecture from 1975 to 1980.
The results of the survey were as follows.
1) Energy intakes in reversal group (SGOT/SGPT <1) was higher than that in nromal group (SGOT/SGPT >1).
2) Body weight in reversal group was higher than that in normal group except young woman (18-39 years).
3) Incidence of reversal of SGOT/SGPT ratio showed increasing values as energy intakes levels increased.
It is possible to conclude from the results that SGOT/SGPT ratio was affected by energy intakes.