All the physiological processes that take place in our body requires phosphorous. This important element helps with bone growth, storage of energy, and muscle and nerve production. The bone and teeth contain most of the phosphorous present in our body. However, a small quantity is also present in our blood. Hyperphosphatemia is a condition where the amounts of phosphorous increases in your body. And, hypophosphatemia is a condition where the amounts of phosphorous in your body are lower than necessary. Your doctor can access the phosphorous levels in your body by doing a blood test. It is not time-consuming or painful.