1068. Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
Description
Alkaline phosphatase is an enzyme, involved in the transport of phosphorus across the cell membrane and ensures the normal functioning of bone tissue. Alkaline phosphatase levels rise quickly with the development of diseases of the skeletal system, liver and biliary tract. As a consequence, this indicator is an objective criterion in the diagnosis of these groups of diseases.
The information content of the test increases when it is performed in combination with the assessment of the levels of phosphorus, ALT and AST.
When and who needs the test?
- bone tissue pathology;
- diseases of the liver and biliary tract, including those accompanied by obstructive syndrome.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach.
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...
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