Bone Health

Biomarkers included in this panel:

Alk Phosphatase, Bone Specific

What Is Bone-Specific Alkaline Phosphatase? Bone-specific alkaline phosphatase (BAP or BSAP) is an enzyme produced primarily by osteoblasts, the cells responsible for building new bone. It is a specific isoenzyme of the broader alkaline phosphatas

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FGF-23

What is FGF-23? FGF-23, or fibroblast growth factor 23, is a hormone-like protein that plays a critical role in phosphate and vitamin D metabolism. It is primarily produced by bone cells (osteocytes and osteoblasts) and acts mainly on the kidneys

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Osteocalcin, Serum

What Is Osteocalcin? Osteocalcin is a protein hormone produced almost exclusively by osteoblasts, the specialized bone-forming cells. It plays a critical role in bone formation, mineralization, and calcium regulation. Osteocalcin is considered one

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