But new research suggests that a simple blood test may be able to predict osteoporosis risk, allowing doctors to intervene ...

According to a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Endocrinology, researchers have found that a commonly measured enzyme in routine blood tests, Alkaline Phosphatase could serve as ...

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is an enzyme that’s naturally present throughout your body. It comes in many variations called isoenzymes. Each isoenzyme of ALP is different, depending on where in your ...

What is the significance of an isolated alkaline phosphatase (ALP) of 161 IU/L in the absence of gallbladder, pancreas, or liver disease? Is there any correlation with a normocytic anemia? — V.

The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) has released updated guidelines on liver chemistry tests. The revised recommendations are the first to include specific ranges for normal alanine ...

A 47-year-old black man has had elevated ferritin levels ranging from 500-800 ng/mL for the past two years. Physical examination shows nothing out of the ordinary. His rheumatoid profile is negative.

A widely used blood test may reveal early shifts in bone strength long before traditional screening detects any problems.