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Phosphorusmg/dL
Phosphorus is a mineral that works with calcium in bone and energy metabolism.
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What Phosphorus measures
Phosphorus is a mineral that works with calcium in bone and energy metabolism.
If your Phosphorus is low
Phosphorus below the range is commonly associated with low intake, vitamin D, alcohol or some medications.
Commonly associated with
- Low vitamin D
- Alcohol use
- Antacid use
- Refeeding after fasting
If your Phosphorus is high
Phosphorus above the range is commonly associated with kidney function, vitamin D, parathyroid hormone or supplements.
Commonly associated with
- Kidney function
- Vitamin D
- Parathyroid function
- Supplements
Typical reference range
| Group | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Adults | 2.5 – 4.5 mg/dL |
Typical adult values used by many US labs. Your own report prints the range your lab validated for its method, and that range is the one that counts. Labwise always uses the printed range first.
If it is within range
Your phosphorus is within the range printed by your lab.
Also listed as
Phosphate, Phosphorus, Serum, Phos
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This page is general information about what a laboratory test measures and what results outside a reference range are commonly associated with. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose any condition and does not replace your clinician. Discuss your results with your healthcare provider.