Alkaline Phosphatase (serum)

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) – Blood Test for Liver and Bone Health

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme found in many tissues of the body, especially in the liver, bones, and bile ducts. The ALP serum test is a blood test used to evaluate liver function, bone health, and to detect metabolic or inflammatory conditions.

When is this test recommended?

As part of a liver profile (to assess the liver and bile ducts)

For monitoring liver diseases: hepatitis, cirrhosis, biliary obstruction

In suspected bone disorders: rickets, Paget’s disease, bone tumors

For metabolic evaluation in children during periods of rapid growth

In patients experiencing fatigue, bone pain, or liver dysfunction

Preparation for the test:

Blood should be collected in the morning, on an empty stomach

24 hours before the test, avoid:

Alcohol

Fatty foods

Intense physical activity

Prescribed medications can be taken, but inform the medical staff about any ongoing treatments

The test is not recommended on the same day as imaging or physiotherapy procedures

For monitoring, it is best to perform the test at the same time of day as the previous one

Results are available on the same day!