PHOSPHORUS – SERUM – BC154
🦴 Bone & Kidney Health
₹99
MRP ₹120
Sample Time: 5:30 PM
Report: Same Day
Sample Type: Blood (Serum)
Test Code: BC154
Report: Same Day
Sample Type: Blood (Serum)
Test Code: BC154
About this Test:
The Phosphorus Serum test measures the amount of phosphate in your blood. Phosphorus acts as a partner to Calcium; together, they build strong bones and teeth. It is also vital for nerve function and energy production.
✔ Kidney Function: High levels are an early warning sign of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
✔ Bone Disorders: Helps diagnose Vitamin D deficiency and Osteomalacia (soft bones).
✔ Parathyroid Check: Used to detect Hyperparathyroidism.
✔ Symptoms Check: Investigates muscle weakness, bone pain, or fatigue.
The Phosphorus Serum test measures the amount of phosphate in your blood. Phosphorus acts as a partner to Calcium; together, they build strong bones and teeth. It is also vital for nerve function and energy production.
✔ Kidney Function: High levels are an early warning sign of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
✔ Bone Disorders: Helps diagnose Vitamin D deficiency and Osteomalacia (soft bones).
✔ Parathyroid Check: Used to detect Hyperparathyroidism.
✔ Symptoms Check: Investigates muscle weakness, bone pain, or fatigue.
Why is Serum Phosphorus Important?
Your kidneys regulate phosphorus levels. If your kidneys are not working properly, phosphorus builds up in the blood. This can be dangerous because high phosphorus pulls calcium out of your bones, making them weak and brittle.
Understanding the Results:
- High Phosphorus (Hyperphosphatemia): Commonly seen in Kidney Failure, Hypoparathyroidism, or excessive Vitamin D intake. It can cause itchy skin and muscle cramps.
- Low Phosphorus (Hypophosphatemia): Can be caused by Hyperparathyroidism, malnutrition, alcoholism, or Vitamin D deficiency. It leads to muscle weakness and confusion.
The Calcium Connection: Doctors often order Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin D, and PTH tests together to get a complete picture of your bone metabolism.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Do I need to fast for this test?
Yes, fasting (8-12 hours) is generally recommended because eating foods high in phosphorus (like dairy or meat) can temporarily spike your levels and give an inaccurate result.
Yes, fasting (8-12 hours) is generally recommended because eating foods high in phosphorus (like dairy or meat) can temporarily spike your levels and give an inaccurate result.
Q2: Why do kidney patients need this test?
In Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), the kidneys cannot filter out excess phosphorus. High levels can damage the heart and bones. Monitoring levels helps doctors adjust diet and medication (phosphate binders).
In Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), the kidneys cannot filter out excess phosphorus. High levels can damage the heart and bones. Monitoring levels helps doctors adjust diet and medication (phosphate binders).
Q3: What foods are high in phosphorus?
Dairy products (milk, cheese), nuts, beans, meat, and processed foods/colas are very high in phosphorus.
Dairy products (milk, cheese), nuts, beans, meat, and processed foods/colas are very high in phosphorus.
Q4: What are the symptoms of abnormal phosphorus?
Mild changes often have no symptoms. However, severe imbalances can cause bone pain, joint pain, muscle cramps, fatigue, and itchy skin.
Mild changes often have no symptoms. However, severe imbalances can cause bone pain, joint pain, muscle cramps, fatigue, and itchy skin.
Q5: Can I get the report the same day?
Yes. If the sample is collected by 5:30 PM, Sanovra Lab provides the report on the same day.
Yes. If the sample is collected by 5:30 PM, Sanovra Lab provides the report on the same day.