Evaluation of Serum Calcium, Phosphate and Alkaline Phosphatase

Zusatztext

Smoking is a major health hazard, with detrimental effects on many organs, including skeleton. Cigarette smoking is a major cause of lung cancer, atherosclerosis and ischemic heart disease. There are limited international and local data about the effect of cigarette smoking on the serum levels of calcium, phosphate and alkaline phosphatase activity and, hence, its effect on the skeleton. This study with help authorities to evaluate the problem more objectively and implement appropriate measures to reduce morbidity and mortality due to cigarette smoking.

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Salah Eldin Omar Hussein: Is an Assistant Professor at AL-Ghad International College for Applied Medical Sciences-(KSA). He has 8 years' experience as specialist in Laboratory department at Royal care hospital, 3 years' experience in Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science (Sudan) as Clinical Chemistry Lecturer.

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