What is a Serum Alkaline Phosphatase? Why is the test done? Everything around this, that you should know, in this post, and of course our doctors are always there to help you. Just fill in your details in the form below and we will answer all your questions for FREE!
It is an enzyme that acts as a catalyst in various body processes. It is present in various body parts performing various functions but mainly in the liver, bones, kidneys and gastrointestinal system.
It measures the amount of Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) present in your blood. It is present throughout the body, but the main sources are the liver and the bones.
The units of measurement of Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) are international units per litre (IU/L)
The normal range is 44 – 147 IU/L
It helps to monitor the diseases of the liver and the bones. It is a part of the Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) which is used as a normal health checkup to rule out various health issues.
If you have any liver disorder, bone disorder or any kind of health disorder, you should get this test done.
The signs and symptoms of liver disorders are:
The signs and symptoms of bone disorders are:
High Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) levels can indicate the following liver disorders:
If the ALP levels are high but all other liver parameters are normal, there might be some bone disorders like osteomalacia.
Low Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) levels can indicate the following:
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