Elevated Liver Enzymes in Pregnancy | ClinicSpots

Liver enzymes are proteins produced by the liver and help catalyze chemical reactions in the body. Elevated liver enzymes in pregnancy are relatively rare. According to a study published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the incidence of elevated liver enzymes in pregnancy ranges from 0.1% to 0.5%. The incidence of gestational cholestasis, a specific type of elevated liver enzymes in pregnancy, is estimated to be between 0.1% and 0.9%.Read on to learn more about liver enzymes and how they can affect your pregnancy.