Alkaline phosphortes are widely distributed throughout the body. The major source of a o p in adult is in the liver and the bone. It's important to also say that because it's found in liver and bone, that you need to just be careful that maybe, if it's elevated, is the elevation because the hepatacite or the bil ducks have an issue.
Liver function tests (LFTs) are a group of blood tests that provide information on the function of a person's liver. This episode Dr Matt & Dr Mike explain what each liver function test represents. This includes bilirubin, albumin, AST, ALT, ALP, and GGT.**This episode is not intended to diagnose. It is for education purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider if you have issues with your health**
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