@article{article_1767889, title={High alkaline phosphatase level in a healthy child: A case of benign transient hyperphosphatasemia}, journal={Troia Medical Journal}, volume={6}, pages={97–99}, year={2025}, DOI={10.55665/troiamedj.1767889}, author={Tekin, Samet Can and Kasap, Tolga}, keywords={Benign transient hyperphosphatasemia, children, alkaline phosphatase}, abstract={Benign transient hyperphosphatasemia (BTH) is a self-limited condition of early childhood, defined by a transient elevation of serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) without evidence of underlying disease. This report emphasizes the importance of considering BTH in the differential diagnosis of elevated ALP and presents a case in light of the current literature. Recognition of BTH is crucial to prevent unnecessary investigations and referrals in pediatric practice.}, number={3}, publisher={Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University}