Why do I need an alkaline phosphatase test?Your health care provider may have ordered an alkaline phosphatase test as part of a routine checkup or if you have symptoms of liver damage or a bone disorder. Symptoms of liver disease include:Nausea and vomitingWeight lossTirednessWeaknessJaundice, a condition that causes your skin and eyes to turn yellowSwelling and/or pain in your abdomenDark-colored urine and/or light-colored stoolFrequent ItchingSymptoms of bone disorders include:Pain in the bones and/or jointsEnlarged and/or abnormally shaped bonesIncreased frequency of bone fractures
