Blood biochemistry: acid phosphatase

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Vetstream Ltd

Synonym(s): ACP

Overview

Number of isoenzymes produced in a range of organs including prostate.

Sampling

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Tests

Methodologies

Prostatic isoenzyme specifically inhibited by tartrate.
Contribution of prostatic ACP to total serum ACP is derived by measuring [ACP] before and after tartrate administration.

Availability

Specialized test.

Technique (intrinsic) limitations

Results from posted samples unreliable due to lability of ACP.

Result Data

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Blood biochemistry: acid phosphatase

Overview

Sampling

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