Mirizzi's syndrome laboratory findings

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Overview

Laboratory Findings

Elevated liver enzymes (AST/ALT) ^[1]
Leukocytosis ^[2]
Elevated bilirubin and alkaline phosphatase may or may not be present.
High levels of CA 19-9 may be present. Hence, it is important to rule out Mirizzi’s syndrome before labeling and incorrectly diagnosing the patient for having a biliary malignancy. ^[2]

References

Overview