PHOSPHORUS

Of the Phosphorus contained in the body, 88% is localized in bone in the form of Hydroxyapatite. Serum contains approximately 2.5 to 4.5 mg/dL of inorganic Phosphate. Serum Phosphate concentrations are dependent on dietary intake and regulation by hormones such as Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) and 1, 25 vitamin D, and systemic acid base status. Hypophosphatemia may have 4 general causes: shift of phosphate from extracellular to intracellular, renal phosphate wasting, loss from the gastrointestinal tract, and loss from intracellular stores. Hyperphosphatemia is usually secondary to an inability of the kidneys to excrete phosphate and is common in patients with chronic kidney disease stage 4 or greater. Acute hyperphosphatemia can occur as a result of tissue breakdown such as rhabdomyolysis.

In order to help diagnose and/or monitor treatment of a variety of conditions that result in calcium and Phosphorus imbalances, Phosphorus tests are often advised in conjunction with other tests, such as those for calcium, Parathyroid Hormone (PTH), and/or vitamin D.

The following are a few signs that could indicate an Phosphorus Test: 

• Anxiety
• Fatigue
• Irregular Breathing
• Irritability
• Joint Stiffness
• Numbness
• Weakness
• Changes in Body Weight

It is necessary to fast overnight prior to taking a Phosphorus Test, which means you can only drink water but cannot eat for this time period. Ask your doctor if you need to temporarily stop taking any of your regular medications because they may have an impact on the results of this test.

The Price of a Phosphorus Test is Rs. 180. However, cost of the test may fluctuate depending on following factors:

• Other tests advised along with Phosphorus Test
• Offers or discounts
• Empanelment of the patient