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My son is 11 he has a alk phos of 182 is that high? he suffers from leg pain.
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No: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that, Growing children normally have higher levels than adults and your son's level is normal for his age. You may consult this site for more info. http://www.mayomedicallaboratories.com/test-catalog/Clinical+and+Interpretive/8340
Answered 9/30/2016
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