For clinical reference only — does not replace local trust guidelines or clinical judgement.
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Blood Results

Hypophosphataemia

Hypophosphataemia

Severity
Range
  • Mild–Moderate
    PO₄ 0.6–0.8 and no ECG changes
  • Severe
    PO₄ < 0.6 or ECG changes or symptomatic
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Nutritional Causes

Refeeding syndromeMalnutritionAlcohol excess
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GI Losses Causes

MalabsorptionDiarrhoea and vomitingVitamin D deficiency
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Renal Losses Causes

HyperparathyroidismRenal tubular disorders
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Medications Causes

Insulin therapyAntacidsBisphosphonatesDiuretics
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Other Causes

DKA treatmentRespiratory alkalosis