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Phosphate Test


Why is this procedure done?


Phosphate is an electrolyte and mineral in your body. Phosphate contains phosphorus. Phosphate is important for bone growth. It also helps your nerves and muscles work the right way. This test is done to check how much phosphate is in your blood. ‚  
The doctor may order a phosphate test to: ‚  
  • Check for an electrolyte imbalance
  • Help monitor people who are not eating a proper diet
  • Look for problems with your kidneys or bowels
  • Go along with other electrolyte tests like calcium
  • Look for problems with your parathyroid gland
  • Go along with a routine physical


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What will the results be?


  • The doctor will look at the results of your test. The doctor will know if you have an illness that needs treatment. This test may be repeated. The pattern of the results may be more important than just one abnormal value.
  • If the results are normal, it means your body is likely working in a normal way.
  • If the results are not normal, you may have an illness. Your doctor may order more tests to learn more about what is wrong.
  • Your doctor may order another test to verify the diagnosis.
  • The doctor will talk with you about treatment.

What happens before the procedure?


  • There are no special things to do before the test.
  • Talk to your doctor about:
    • All the drugs you are taking. Some drugs like water pills and laxatives may affect the results of your phosphate test.
    • Any bleeding problems

What happens during the procedure?


It will only take a few minutes to have this test. You will be awake the whole time. You will have a small amount of blood taken from you with a needle. You may have a small amount of pain. The needle will be taken out and a bandage will be put on your skin. The blood will be sent to the lab for testing. ‚  

What happens after the procedure?


  • You may want to sit quietly for a few minutes before standing up. This will help keep you from feeling dizzy after the test.
  • Ask your doctor when you will get the results.

What care is needed at home?


You may do your everyday activities when you get back home. ‚  

What follow-up care is needed?


Your doctor may ask you to make visits to the office to check on your progress. Be sure to keep these visits. This test will help your doctor understand if you have a problem with your phosphate levels. Together you can make a plan for more care. ‚  

What problems could happen?


  • Pain
  • Bruising
  • Bleeding
  • Feeling dizzy
  • Infection

Where can I learn more?


American Association for Clinical Chemistry ‚  
http://www.labtestsonline.org.uk/understanding/analytes/phosphorus/tab/test ‚  

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This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚  

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