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Malnutrition is the most common cause of low alkaline phosphatase. In particular, inadequate consumption of vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin C, zinc, and magnesium are the most common nutritional causes, along with excess consumption of vitamin D.
The enzyme is produced by the mucosal cells that line the bile system of the liver. If there is disease in the liver, bile ducts or gallbladder, alkaline phosphatase is released to the blood stream causing its level to rise. Alkaline phosphatase levels are measured when there are concerns over liver or bone diseases, primarily.