Will high SGPT fail seafarer medical?

Not always. Mild elevation usually causes temporary unfit until cause stabilizes. Persistent abnormality may need evaluation.

Is fatty liver allowed for ship job?

Fatty liver alone rarely disqualifies. Associated metabolic risk and liver function stability determine decision.

Can High Liver Enzymes Fail Seafarer Medical?

One of the most common worries before a ship medical examination (PEME) is abnormal liver test results. Candidates often see SGPT, SGOT or GGT elevated and fear permanent rejection.

In reality, maritime fitness decisions are based on operational risk — not just the lab number.

Why liver tests matter at sea

Ship duty involves long voyages without specialist doctors onboard. Medical decisions focus on predicting whether a condition may suddenly worsen during voyage.

Risk of acute illness during contract
Medication safety at sea
Alcohol related complications
Metabolic syndrome and cardiac risk

Most candidates with mild abnormal reports are NOT permanently rejected. They are usually deferred until stability is confirmed.

Common scenarios

1. Mild SGPT / SGOT elevation

Usually temporary unfit. Repeat test after rest or diet control.

2. Fatty liver on ultrasound

Rarely disqualifies alone. Decision depends on metabolic risk.

3. High GGT

Often linked with alcohol or medication effect and requires repeat testing.

4. Persistently high values

Requires evaluation for chronic liver disease.

Temporary vs Permanent Unfit

Most liver cases fall into temporary unfit category — meaning improvement allows re-assessment.

PEME does not judge past illness — it predicts risk during voyage.

Before booking medical

Many candidates travel long distance without knowing whether abnormal results require correction first.

Request Eligibility Interpretation

Related Tools:

• PEME Risk Self-Assessment Tool
• Maritime Medical Guidelines
• Request Case Review

Educational explanation only. Final certification depends on examining authority.