Hyperphosphatemia

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Hyperphosphatemia is an electrolyte disturbance in which there is an abnormally elevated level of phosphate in the blood. Often, calcium levels are lowered (hypocalcemia) due to precipitation of phosphate with the calcium in tissues.

It is associated with secondary hyperparathyroidism and commonly seen in chronic renal failure. High phosphate levels can be avoided with phosphate binders and dietary restriction of phosphate.

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