alkaline phosphatase

noun

, Biochemistry.

1. a phosphatase active in an alkaline medium.

Word History and Origins

Origin of alkaline phosphatase¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

As advertised, the drug is lowering levels of an enzyme called alkaline phosphatase in their blood, and that should be a sign of healing for their autoimmune disease, called primary biliary cholangitis.

From Seattle Times

Although the trial required for accelerated approval was too short to show long-term improvement, the drug lowered alkaline phosphatase levels in many patients who could tolerate taking it.

From Seattle Times

The drug is designed to replace alkaline phosphatase and to improve bone health.

From Washington Post

Strensiq replaces a deficient enzyme, alkaline phosphatase, and allows the bones to mineralize.

From New York Times

The doctor decided Marlyn needed an ultrasound and then found elevated alkaline phosphatase levels, which could mean something wrong with the liver or gallbladder, she said.

From Washington Times