What is fosfato alcalina?

Fosfato alcalina is an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of phosphate esters in alkaline conditions. It is found in various tissues and organs, including bone, liver, and intestine, and is used as a marker for bone and liver function in clinical diagnostics. Elevated levels of alkaline phosphatase can indicate bone disorders such as Paget's disease or bone cancer, liver disorders such as hepatitis or cirrhosis, or other conditions such as pregnancy or growth spurts in children. A blood test is commonly used to measure levels of alkaline phosphatase in the body. The enzyme is also used in various industrial processes, such as in the production of detergents and in the purification of DNA.