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What is the primary function of alkaline phosphatase enzymes?
What is the primary function of alkaline phosphatase enzymes?
- To catalyze biochemical reactions without being consumed (correct)
- To alter the equilibrium point of biochemical reactions
- To synthesize new proteins in the body
- To break down complex carbohydrates
What is the primary source of alkaline phosphatase in the sera of normal adults?
What is the primary source of alkaline phosphatase in the sera of normal adults?
- Liver and biliary tract (correct)
- Intestines and spleen
- Bones and osteoblasts
- Kidney and placenta
What is the function of phosphatases in the body?
What is the function of phosphatases in the body?
- To regulate hormone production
- To synthesize organic phosphates
- To transport nutrients across cell membranes
- To cleave the ester bond between the phosphate group and the organic residue (correct)
What is the optimum pH for alkaline phosphatase activity?
What is the optimum pH for alkaline phosphatase activity?
What is one of the biological functions of alkaline phosphatase in the intestines?
What is one of the biological functions of alkaline phosphatase in the intestines?
What is the most useful technique for analyzing alkaline phosphatase isoenzymes?
What is the most useful technique for analyzing alkaline phosphatase isoenzymes?
What is the primary purpose of ordering an ALP test?
What is the primary purpose of ordering an ALP test?
What is the normal range of ALP for an adult?
What is the normal range of ALP for an adult?
Why do children and adolescents exhibit higher total alkaline phosphatase activity than adults?
Why do children and adolescents exhibit higher total alkaline phosphatase activity than adults?
What is the characteristic of ALP elevation in extrahepatic obstruction?
What is the characteristic of ALP elevation in extrahepatic obstruction?
In which condition is the highest level of serum alkaline phosphatase activity encountered?
In which condition is the highest level of serum alkaline phosphatase activity encountered?
What is the result of hypophosphatasia on ALP levels?
What is the result of hypophosphatasia on ALP levels?
