ALP

Alkaline phosphatases

ALP

Alkaline phosphatases, ALP, are a type of enzyme that breaks down phosphate groups in organic molecules and are active at a higher pH value (alkaline).

What is ALP, alkaline phosphatases?

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme found in several organs, including the small intestine, kidneys, bile ducts, osteoblasts in the skeleton and in the placenta. In adults, the activity in plasma mainly originates from the bile ducts.

Why are ALP, alkaline phosphatases analyzed?

ALP is one of several markers used in monitoring liver values. It is mainly used to investigate liver cell damage and follow-up of liver disease. In various bone diseases, greatly elevated values can be seen.

What can a high value of ALP mean?

High levels of ALP are seen in bone-related diseases such as osteitis deformans, rickets and metastases, hyperparathyroidism and biliary obstruction. ALP levels also rise in late pregnancy due to the addition of placental phosphatase.

What can a low value of ALP mean?

High levels of alkaline phosphatase (ALP) may indicate a disease or hereditary condition such as hypophosphatasia. But it is important to remember that there are several factors that can affect the levels of ALP and that a low level is not always a cause for concern.

Tests containing the marker ALP

Health checks
Alcohol and liver tests

Health check - Alcohol

  • Measures your alcohol consumption over time.
  • Analysis of markers that control liver function
  • Private result, not shared with healthcare record.

495 kr

Health check - Female

Woman

50 Biomarkers
Blood sample
How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
Fasting
Fasting

This test requires you to fast before sampling. Fasting means that you are not allowed to eat or drink anything for at least 10 hours before your scheduled time for sampling. However, a glass of water is fine to drink during the fast. Any medications are taken as usual unless your doctor has given other instructions.

  • Health check designed for women.
  • Includes a total of 50 health markers.
  • Gives you information about your overall health.
  • Can identify early signs of health problems.

1795 kr

Health check - Man

Man

47 Biomarkers
Blood sample
How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
Fasting
Fasting

This test requires you to fast before sampling. Fasting means that you are not allowed to eat or drink anything for at least 10 hours before your scheduled time for sampling. However, a glass of water is fine to drink during the fast. Any medications are taken as usual unless your doctor has given other instructions.

  • Health check designed for you as a man.
  • Includes a total of 48 health markers including testosterone.
  • Gives you knowledge about your general state of health.
  • Can identify early signs of health problems.

1695 kr

Sport performance health check

Sport

37 Biomarkers
Blood sample
How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
  • Health check for those who exercise actively.
  • Analysis of markers that affect your performance.
  • Gives you the conditions to optimize your health.

1595 kr

Liver
ALP
Liver test

ALP (alkaline phosphatases)

1 marker
Blood sample
How does the blood test take place?
Sampling for this test is done via a venous blood sample. The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the elbow and is performed by trained healthcare professionals. How much blood you are allowed to give depends on the number of health markers to be analyzed. The sampling usually takes a few minutes.
  • Measuring your ALP value.
  • Gives insight into how your liver is doing.
  • Indication of possible liver disease.

29 kr