Alkaline Phosphatase, total

Test Code
ALP


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
Spin within 2 hours of collection


Transport Container
Red top or SST


Transport Temperature
Separated serum stable for 4 days refrigerated


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Serum alkaline phosphatase measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of hepatobiliary and bone disease associated with increased osteoblastic activity.




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