Alanine Aminotransferase Is Associated With Metabolic Syndrome Independently of Insulin Resistance

Background: Few studies have examined the effect of insulin resistance on the association between alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and metabolic syndrome. The association between ALT levels and metabolic syndrome were determined, independently of insulin resistance in Korean populations. Methods and Results: The association between ALT and metabolic syndrome were examined in 28,456 subjects who visited 7 Health Promotion Centers at University...