Effects of age and sex on osteocalcin and bone-specific alkaline phosphatase —reference intervals and confounders for two bone formation markers

ConclusionThe RI for bone ALP and OC varies with age and sex and the BTMs are influenced differently by the two factors. Consequently, the need for establishing valid RIs is of great importance before the full potential of BTM can be used in clinical practice.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research