Phosphorus (Inorganic) assay

Description

Intended Use

For the quantitative in vitro determination of Phosphorus in serum, plasma and urine. This product is suitable for automated, semi-automated and manual use.

Clinical Significance

The human body contains approximately one kilogram of phosphorous. The calcium phosphate salts which comprise the inorganic substance of bone account for approximately 80% of the total phosphorous content. The remainder is distributed throughout other cells of the body primarily as organic phosphorous in phospholipids and phosphoproteins. In serum, most inorganic phosphorus exists in a free form with approximately 15% bound to protein. Measurements of phosphorus (inorganic) are used in the diagnosis and treatment of various disorders including parathyroid gland and kidney diseases, and vitamin D imbalance.