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Some Tests Performed
to Diagnose
Hypophosphatasia
ALP: Alkaline Phosphatase
(usually low in blood)
PEA: Phosphoethanolamine
(usually high in urine)
PPi: Inorganic Pyrophosphate
(usually high in blood & urine)
PLP: Pyridoxal 5'-phosphate
(usually high in blood)
When interpreting an ALP level,
it is important that appropriate age ranges
for normals be used.
If there are any questions
regarding this rare bone disorder
contact can be made to:
Michael P. Whyte, MD
Medical Director, Metabolic Research Unit
Shriners Hospital for Children
2001 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63131-3597
(314) 432-3600
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