Alkaline Phosphatase

ALP (Alkali Phosphatase) is a type of enzyme that can be found throughout the body, especially in the liver, bones, kidneys, and digestive system. This examination can be done if there is suspicion of liver or bone disorders. High levels of alkaline phosphatase in the blood can indicate liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis, blockage of gallstones, swelling of the liver, etc. In addition, a high test result can also be caused by lymphoma, heart failure, bacterial infection, or bone disease such as Paget's disease. While low levels of alkaline phosphatase in the blood can be caused by zinc deficiency or malnutrition.