Cotton or a bandage may be applied to the puncture site if there is any continued bleeding. As with any blood test, the health care provider may limit certain foods or medications shortly before the test to assure an accurate sample. Drugs that can interfere with ACP measurements include fluorides, oxalates, clofibrate, and alcohol. The physical and psychological preparation you can provide for this or any test or procedure depends on your child's age, interests, previous experience, and level of trust. Afterward, there may be some throbbing .
Acid phosphatase is an enzyme in the lysosomes of cells throughout the body.
ACP is in especially high concentrations in the prostate. Prostatic dysfunction results in the release of ACP into the blood. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.