GPT and Insulin resistance: Results: Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels, serum butyryl cholinesterase (BChE), leptin, CRP, sICAM-1, triglycerides, blood pressure, and homeostasis model assessment for insulin resistance were significantly higher in children with obesity, while Apolipoprotein A-1, HDL-cholesterol, and adiponectin were significantly lower.