The nurse is reviewing laboratory results for a woman with a history of breast cancer.The nurse would evaluate the possibility of bone metastasis using which of the following laboratory values?
A)Albumin
B)Folate
C)Ionized calcium
D)Alkaline phosphatase

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Alkaline phosphatase is an enzyme that can be elevated in cases of bone metastasis, as it is released from the bone when there is increased bone turnover or damage.

The Nurse Is Reviewing Laboratory Results for a Woman with a History