Is Alkaline phosphatase 172 high, normal or dangerous? What does ALP level 172 mean?

Your Alkaline phosphatase level of 172 is a High Alkaline phosphatase level.

High Alkaline phosphatase levels may signal health problems. Generally, levels between 30 U/L to 120 U/L are considered normal. However, if your levels fall outside this range, it is important to seek medical advice. Consulting a doctor for abnormal creatinine levels is recommended.

Normal range of Alkaline phosphatase found among men :30 - 120 U/L

Ideal values of Alkaline phosphatase depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Alkaline phosphatase value
<5 years	30.516
5-10 years	31.041
10-15 years	31.575
15-20 years	32.118
20-25 years	32.67
25-30 years	33.232
30-35 years	33.804
35-40 years	34.385
40-45 years	34.976
45-50 years	35.578
50-55 years	36.19
55-60 years	36.812
60-70 years	37.445
70-80 years	38.089
80-90 years	38.744
90-100 years	39.41
>100 years	40.088

*Ideal values ​are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Alkaline phosphatase levels include:

• Alcohol abuse
• Ulcerative colitis
• Blockage of the bile ducts.
• Insulin resistance
• Congestive heart failure

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Normal range of Alkaline phosphatase found among women :30-120 U/L

Ideal values of Alkaline phosphatase depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Alkaline phosphatase value
<5 years	30.531
5-10 years	31.072
10-15 years	31.622
15-20 years	32.182
20-25 years	32.752
25-30 years	33.332
30-35 years	33.923
35-40 years	34.524
40-45 years	35.136
45-50 years	35.758
50-55 years	36.391
55-60 years	37.036
60-70 years	37.692
70-80 years	38.36
80-90 years	39.04
90-100 years	39.732
>100 years	40.436

If you take a Alkaline phosphatase blood test and the results are not in the normal range (30-120 U/L), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Alkaline phosphatase Test Is Done :

When your doctor recommends a Alkaline phosphatase test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically to measure Alkaline phosphatase levels. A pathologist, a specialist in disease study, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Alkaline phosphatase test results are typically available within a few hours after the procedure.

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