Phosphate
Phosphate is an essential mineral that plays a key role in bone strength, energy production, and cellular function. The Phosphate Test measures the level of phosphate in the blood, helping to evaluate bone health, kidney function, and parathyroid gland activity. This test is useful for detecting phosphate imbalances, which can be linked to nutritional deficiencies, kidney disease, hormonal disorders, and conditions affecting bone metabolism.
Test details
Sample type
Blood
Time of day
No specific time required
Fasting required
No
Results timeframe
Within 7 days
Preparation
No special preparation required
What's measured in this test
Phosphate
Assesses phosphate for bone and energy health.
Common reasons for testing
- Bone Health Monitoring – Helps assess conditions like osteoporosis and rickets, where phosphate levels play a critical role.
- Kidney Disease Management – Evaluates phosphate regulation in individuals with kidney disease, as kidneys help control phosphate balance.
- Parathyroid Function Assessment – Measures phosphate levels to diagnose disorders related to parathyroid hormone regulation.
- Unexplained Fatigue or Weakness – Investigates whether phosphate imbalances are contributing to low energy or muscle weakness.
- Nutritional Deficiency Detection – Identifies phosphate deficiencies, which can be linked to poor diet, malabsorption, or chronic conditions.