Alkaline Phosphatase Isoenzymes Test near me in Chennai

The alkaline phosphatase isoenzyme test functions by identifying the tissue origins of elevated serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity. The test is also helpful in diagnosing and treating liver, bone, intestinal, and parathyroid illnesses. The enzyme alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is present in a variety of body tissues, including the liver, bile ducts, bone, and gut. ALP comes in a variety of forms known as isoenzymes.

Elevated ALP levels can be caused by a hepatic obstruction, such as a stone in the liver or pancreatic cancer. The test is mainly conducted to diagnose certain diseases like chronic bone and joint pain, weak bones, and bone deformities. The medications for the elevated ALP levels are prescribed after ascertaining the disease behind such higher levels.