Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) Test
- Category
- Liver
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
What Is This Test?
Measures alkaline phosphatase (ALP), an enzyme found mainly in the liver, bile ducts and bones.
Why this test is performed?
High levels can indicate bile duct blockage, gallstones, liver disease or bone conditions (such as healing fractures, vitamin D deficiency or Paget's disease). Levels are naturally higher in growing children and pregnancy.
Who should take this test?
Jaundice, nausea, abdominal pain or swelling, alcohol use, fatty liver, hepatitis risk, or people on long-term medicines.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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Frequently asked questions
Their bones are growing actively, so higher ALP is normal in children and teenagers.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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