Is Alkaline phosphatase 261 high, normal or dangerous? What does ALP level 261 mean?

Your Alkaline phosphatase level of 261 is a High Alkaline phosphatase level.

High Alkaline phosphatase levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 30 U/L and 120 U/L. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal Alkaline phosphatase range for men is :30 - 120 U/L

Ideal values of Alkaline phosphatase depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Alkaline phosphatase value
<5 years	30.783
5-10 years	31.586
10-15 years	32.41
15-20 years	33.256
20-25 years	34.124
25-30 years	35.015
30-35 years	35.929
35-40 years	36.867
40-45 years	37.829
45-50 years	38.816
50-55 years	39.829
55-60 years	40.869
60-70 years	41.936
70-80 years	43.031
80-90 years	44.154
90-100 years	45.306
>100 years	46.488

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Alkaline phosphatase levels include:

• Alcohol abuse
• Ulcerative colitis
• Blockage of the bile ducts.
• Insulin resistance
• Congestive heart failure

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Normal range of Alkaline phosphatase found among women :30-120 U/L

Ideal values of Alkaline phosphatase depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Alkaline phosphatase value
<5 years	30.806
5-10 years	31.634
10-15 years	32.484
15-20 years	33.357
20-25 years	34.254
25-30 years	35.175
30-35 years	36.121
35-40 years	37.092
40-45 years	38.089
45-50 years	39.113
50-55 years	40.164
55-60 years	41.244
60-70 years	42.353
70-80 years	43.492
80-90 years	44.661
90-100 years	45.862
>100 years	47.095

If you take a Alkaline phosphatase blood test and the results are not in the normal range (30-120 U/L), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Alkaline phosphatase Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a Alkaline phosphatase test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your Alkaline phosphatase levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your Alkaline phosphatase test results are usually available within a few hours.

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