Is Alkaline phosphatase 242 high, normal or dangerous? What does ALP level 242 mean?

Your Alkaline phosphatase level of 242 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	30.726
5-10 years	31.47
10-15 years	32.232
15-20 years	33.012
20-25 years	33.811
25-30 years	34.629
30-35 years	35.467
35-40 years	36.325
40-45 years	37.204
45-50 years	38.104
50-55 years	39.026
55-60 years	39.97
60-70 years	40.937
70-80 years	41.928
80-90 years	42.943
90-100 years	43.982
>100 years	45.046

*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	30.748
5-10 years	31.514
10-15 years	32.3
15-20 years	33.105
20-25 years	33.93
25-30 years	34.776
30-35 years	35.643
35-40 years	36.531
40-45 years	37.442
45-50 years	38.375
50-55 years	39.332
55-60 years	40.312
60-70 years	41.317
70-80 years	42.347
80-90 years	43.403
90-100 years	44.485
>100 years	45.594

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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