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    • Abnormal LFT results occur in 0.5-9% of healthy individuals, varying by test and population.
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    • Main Results:

    • Identified common LFT derangement patterns: cholestatic, hepatocellular, and failure of synthetic function.
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    • Highlighted the prevalence of abnormal LFTs in healthy military personnel.

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