Alkaline Phosphatase

Clinical Chemistry

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Description

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is usually requested as part of either a liver profile or a bone profile. It is useful for the identification and monitoring of liver and bone diseases. Guidelines on the investigation of an isolated raised ALP in an asymptomatic adult in primary care can be found at: http://nww.sth.nhs.uk/NHS/LaboratoryMedicine/GP_Guidelines.htm

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Indications

As part of liver function tests or bone profile.

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Sample Type

Serum, SST/Gel. Minimum 2 mL (1 mL separated serum).

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Reference Range

Reference ranges are provided on the report. Alternatively, please contact the laboratory for current ranges.

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Turnaround Time

Within 1 day

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Testing Frequency

Daily.

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Patient Preparation

None

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See Also

GGT, alkaline phosphatase isoenzymes and bone alkaline phosphatase

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