ALP in Serum

Also known as:
Alkaline Phosphatase
S-ALP
ALKP
ALPase
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ALP ranges for

Interpret your result
"Normal" lab range for ALP is between 40 and 130 IU/L for males:
20
40
130
180
According to OptimalDX, ALP should be between 45 and 100 IU/L:
20
45
100
180
Optimal range
Optimal range for ALP seems to be between 50 and 100 IU/L for males:
20
40
50
100
130
180
This isn't medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider.
Your interpretation
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For high

Possible reasons for high ALP:

  • ALP is released from Liver (biliary obstruction, infiltrative liver disease), Bone (Paget’s disease, metastatic bone disease, active bone growth or remodeling), Intestinal mucosa (IBS, celiac) and Placenta (pregnancy).

    Medication that can increase ALP levels: Birth control pills, allopurinol, colchicine, antibiotics, fluorides, verapamil, and nicotinic acid, and vigorous exercise.

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