Alkaline Phosphatase in Jamnagar
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You don t need any special preparations for an alkaline phosphatase test. If your health care provider has ordered other blood tests, you may need to fast (not eat or drink) for several hours before the test. Your health care provider will let you know if there are any special instructions to follow.![Recommended by Health Experts](/static-assets/image/test-package-detail-page-icons/health-experts.webp)
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FAQ
Why is ALP level high in children?
ALP levels in children display a dynamic pattern that changes with age. During childhood and puberty, it's naturally higher due to bone growth, while male ALP increases slightly more than female between ages 15-50 years old. Finally, as people advance into later life stages there is another surge in ALP values.
Why should you book an ALP test with Sterling Accuris?
Sterling Diagnostics has highly specialised pathologists and uses the best facilities to provide accurate and reliable results. Book an ALP test in Jamnagar with us for timely results. We also offer safe home collections for your convenience
Are ALP levels high in pregnant women?
During the gestation period, alkaline phosphatase levels have been known to spike beyond threefold of its upper reference value. An abnormally high level however would indicate a potential placental issue and thus call for additional monitoring as a precautionary measure.
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What makes Sterling Accuris a better pathology lab than others?
For us, precision care, safe sample collection, timely delivery of reports, and precise reporting of patient results while adhering to health and safety precautions are the cornerstone of our success.
Do you provide home visit/collection service?
Yes. We do provide home collection services at your doorstep.
Please go ahead and book your visit today from our top menu options in this website / chat or do call us on 812 813 0000.
How long does it take to receive test results?
Though most tests are completed and reported within about 24 hours of receiving the sample for testing, certain tests take several days to weeks.
Your soft copy will be sent on registered email id and Whatsapp. Also, you will receive SMS with link to download your report. Also, your report is available on our website / app.
To know the status of the report, you can call our customer care team on 812 813 0000.
Is there any preparation or precautions for patient before tests or body checkup?
Fasting maybe required in case of a few tests to ensure accurate results.
In general, it is also advisable to abstain from alcohol and heavy diet at least for 24 hours before any health test. You can see the requirement for each test on the product page on our website / app.
Alkaline Phosphatase Test in Jamnagar
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Sterling Accuris Diagnostics offers the Alkaline Phosphatase test in Jamnagar to detect, monitor and diagnose liver & biliary issues, bone irregularities or other health concerns.
Overview of Alkaline Phosphatase Test
The Alkaline Phosphatase Test (ALP) measures the level of Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) in the blood sample. If your blood test reveals abnormal levels of ALP, it might be an indication of a variety of health issues like liver problems, bone diseases and chronic kidney disease. This test is run in conjunction with other tests mainly to check liver or bone health.
For accurate and reliable test results, you can head to Sterling Accuris Diagnostics for an Alkaline Phosphatase Test (ALP) in Jamnagar .
Why and When Is An Alkaline Phosphatase Test Done?
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme that originates from different parts of the body such as the liver, intestine, bones, kidney, etc. The majority of this enzyme found in the serum of a person is in the form of bone and liver ALPs and is hence used as a marker for determining bone and liver health. Physicians suggest the alkaline phosphatase test for a health check-up as part of a comprehensive testing panel.
A doctor may recommend an alkaline phosphatase test if a person exhibits symptoms like:
- Jaundice, yellowing of the skin, and eye
- Dark-colored urine/ light-colored stool
- Swelling and/or pain in the abdomen
- Swelling in hand, ankles, and legs
- Pain in bones
- Inflammation of joints
- Muscle cramps
- Chronic fatigue
These tests can also be run to:
- Detect liver infections like hepatitis
- Assess the severity of any disease like cirrhosis (liver scarring)
- Monitor the effects/progression of a medication
For accurate and reliable test results, you can head to Sterling Accuris Diagnostics for an Alkaline Phosphatase Test (ALP) in Ahmedabad. We also offer a home collection for your convenience.
Alkaline Phosphatase Test: Main Highlights
Instructions: Fasting is required for 6-12 hrs before the test
Recommended age: All age groups
Sample type for the test: Blood sample in plain (serum) tube, or sodium heparin tube.
Understanding How To Interpret The ALP Test Result
The normal level of Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) in adult males/females: 38 - 126 (U/L)
Causes of higher levels:
- Elevated bone formation
- Some bone diseases like Paget’s disease, myeloma
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Liver disease like infectious mononucleosis, liver abscess
- Obstruction within liver- Bile ducts blockages, cirrhosis, stones
- Kidney diseases such as kidney rickets
- Some forms of bone cancer- osteoblastic bone tumours
- Osteomalacia, bone rickets
- Hepatitis
- Diabetes
- Heavy alcohol consumption
- Chronic use of anticonvulsant medications
Causes of lower levels:
- Hypothyroidism
- Lack of vitamin B12
- Gross anemia
- Lack of zinc and magnesium
- Thyroid disease
- Rare genetic disorders that could affect bones
- Malnutrition
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