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The level of Alkaline Phosphate can tell a lot about our health. It is an enzyme that acts as a catalyst in various chemical reactions in our bodies. The healthy levels in adult men and women are around 25-140 U/L
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These isoenzymes govern many chemical reactions in the liver, bones, kidney, and placenta (in case of pregnancy). They act as catalysts in hydrolysis of phosphate esters in an alkaline environment.
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The alkaline phosphate level in children below the age of 18 is a bit high as per the body's demand, and the value is between 50 and 400 U/L. But for adults, it is between 25-140 U/L
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It depends on various factors in which age, sex, conditions, and underlying disease play an important role. A high enzyme level tells us about some liver, bones, or bile duct complications.
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Pregnancy is a critical stage in which a woman's body changes. Fluctuating enzyme levels can be one of them; they are generally higher due to body demand.
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It is doubtful that levels of Alkaline Phosphate change during a single episode of mild dehydration. Prolonged dehydration can stress out the liver and increase its levels.