Condition
Phosphate - low
David Cohen, M.D.Published 20 March 20051 min read
Key points
- Hypophosphatemia means low levels of phosphorus in the blood.
- Various medical conditions may cause hypophosphatemia, but it is commonly associated with starvation and alcoholism.
Alternative names
Low blood phosphate; Hypophosphatemia
Definition
Hypophosphatemia means low levels of phosphorus in the blood. Various medical conditions may cause hypophosphatemia, but it is commonly associated with starvation and alcoholism.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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