Phosphate (as Phosphorus)

Overview:

Phosphate is a mineral found mostly in bone, where it combines with calcium, and it is also central to energy storage inside cells. Blood levels are controlled by the kidneys, parathyroid hormone and vitamin D. High phosphate is most commonly a consequence of reduced kidney function, since the kidneys normally excrete the excess, and it is closely monitored in chronic kidney disease because of its effects on bone and blood vessels. Low phosphate occurs with malnutrition, alcohol use, refeeding after starvation and some inherited conditions. Results are usually interpreted alongside calcium, vitamin D and parathyroid hormone.

Categories:

Kidney

Biomarkers:

1 biomarker