Hypophosphatasia

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Hypophosphatasia

Synonyms: HPP | Phosphoethanolaminuria | Rathbun disease

A rare genetic metabolic disorder characterized by reduced activity of unfractionated serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and various symptoms from life-threatening severely impaired mineralization at birth to musculo-skeletal pain in adulthood.

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Advocacy Organizations

Genetic Support Network of Victoria

The Genetic Support Network of Victoria is an organisation that supports people living with genetic, undiagnosed and rare conditions and those who support them including community and families, patient support organisations, health professionals and industry. Our vision is our community flourishing and living their best lives.

Soft Bones

The mission of Soft Bones, Inc. is to provide valuable information, education and support for people living with hypophosphatasia (HPP), their families and caregivers. The Foundation promotes research of this rare bone disease through awareness and fundraising efforts.

Clinical Trials

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