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Hyperphosphatemia

High concentrations of phosphorus in the blood.

Elevated serum phosphate, commonly seen in chronic kidney disease. Promotes vascular calcification and disturbs calcium-phosphate balance.

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Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary
Elevated serum phosphate, commonly seen in chronic kidney disease. Promotes vascular calcification and disturbs calcium-phosphate balance.

Hydroxyapatite