Which enzyme is raised in rickets?
Correct answer: A. Alkaline phosphatase
- A. Alkaline phosphatase
- B. LDH-1
- C. Acidic phosphatase
- D. None of these options are correct
Explanation
The enzyme that is raised in rickets is alkaline phosphatase. Alkaline phosphatase is an enzyme that is involved in the mineralization of bone. In rickets, there is a deficiency of vitamin D, which is necessary for the mineralization of bone. This deficiency leads to an increase in the activity of alkaline phosphatase, as the body tries to compensate for the lack of vitamin D.
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