{"product_id":"alkalische-fosfatase-af","title":"Alkaline Phosphatase (AF)","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is Alkaline Phosphatase (AF)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlkaline phosphatase (AF) is an enzyme found in various tissues in the body, including the liver, bones, kidneys, and the digestive system. It plays a crucial role in the process of breaking down proteins and is involved in bone formation and the transport of fatty acids into and out of cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy Get Alkaline Phosphatase Tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTesting AF levels can be useful for evaluating the health of your liver and bones. It may be recommended if you have symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, weight loss, or jaundice, or if a bone disease is suspected. It can also be part of a routine check-up to monitor your liver function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat Does It Indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAF levels in the blood may indicate the presence of liver diseases, bone diseases, or other conditions. An abnormality from the normal values may suggest liver damage, bile duct obstruction, bone growth or repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat Does a High Alkaline Phosphatase Level Mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA high level of AF may indicate liver damage or diseases, bone diseases such as osteoporosis or Paget's disease, or an obstruction of the bile ducts. It may also be elevated during the healing of a bone fracture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat Does a Low Alkaline Phosphatase Level Mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA low level of AF is less common but can occur with malnutrition, a deficiency of certain vitamins and minerals, hypothyroidism, or, in rare cases, hereditary conditions affecting the production of the enzyme.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47679990530394,"sku":"","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/Alkalischefosfatase_AF.png?v=1755941920","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/nl\/products\/alkalische-fosfatase-af","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}