Alkaline Phosphatase test is conducted to measure the amount of the enzyme ALP in the blood.
Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme produced primarily in the liver and in bone. The chemical structure of ALP produced by the liver is slightly different from the structure of ALP produced by bone. If ALP levels in the blood are high, it is important to determine the cause of the elevated ALP levels.
The Alkaline Phosphatase test screens for liver disease or damages, bone problems and also checks for the causes of high blood calcium level.
Bone-specific ALP tests ALP from the bones. It may be useful in evaluating osteoporosis. Many people cannot afford a bone scan for osteoporosis, which is the standard of care. Bone-Specific Alkaline Phosphatase test may provide useful information for people who cannot afford a bone scan or who may not want to have the test done.
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