Word
ALP
Phoneticsalp
UK/ˈælp/
Definition
n. Stands for alkaline phosphatase. A protein in your body that helps your liver and bones work correctly. Doctors often check its level in your blood to see if you are healthy.
n. Abbreviation for alkaline phosphatase. An enzyme found primarily in the liver, bile ducts, and bones, used clinically as a biomarker for hepatobiliary or bone disorders.
Examples
“The doctor ordered a blood test to check my ALP levels.”
“Elevated ALP levels in the blood can indicate a blockage in the bile ducts or certain types of bone disease.”
“While ALP is present in various tissues, its highest concentrations are found in the liver and bone, making it a standard component of a comprehensive metabolic panel.”
Examples
simple
“The doctor ordered a blood test to check my ALP levels.”
contextual
“Elevated ALP levels in the blood can indicate a blockage in the bile ducts or certain types of bone disease.”
complex
“While ALP is present in various tissues, its highest concentrations are found in the liver and bone, making it a standard component of a comprehensive metabolic panel.”
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