Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Does this patient have hyperphosphatemia? Normal serum phosphorus is defined as serum phosphorus levels between 2.5 and 4.5 mg/dl (0.81-1.45 mmol/L). Phosphorus homeostasis is a complex interplay between several organs and hormones. The regulatory organ systems are bone, intestines and kidneys, while the regulatory hormones include parathyroid hormone (PTH), vitamin D 25, vitamin D 1,25,…
