Blood Chemistry: Liver: Alk Phos Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Where is Alk Phos found? (4)
A
- Present in almost all tissues
- Osteoblasts
- Chondroblasts
- Liver
2
Q
What animals will naturally have Alk Phos? (2)
A
Young animals
Due to active bone development
3
Q
When will older animals have Alk Phos?
A
From liver
4
Q
What increases Alk Phos abnormally? (3)
A
- Bone injury
- Obstructive liver disease
- Steroids
