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Protein, Total and Albumin, Plasma

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Protein, Total and Albumin, Plasma

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

Sample type: Plasma
Avg. sample processing time: 5 Business days
Require fasting: No

BiomarkersQuest Diagnostics biomarkers

Albumin The main protein made by your liver, which helps balance fluids and carries hormones, vitamins, and medications through your blood. Low levels can point to liver, kidney, or nutrition issues.
Albumin/Globulin Ratio Compares your two main blood protein types, albumin and globulin. An abnormal ratio can point toward liver disease, kidney problems, or immune system conditions.
Globulin A group of blood proteins that includes antibodies and various transport proteins. Assessed together with albumin to evaluate liver, kidney, and immune function.
Total Protein The combined amount of all proteins in your blood, mainly albumin and globulins, used to help evaluate liver, kidney, and nutritional status.

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Description

This test focuses on measuring the total protein and albumin levels in your plasma. Understanding these levels is crucial for assessing overall health and nutritional status, as well as identifying potential liver or kidney disorders, and other conditions that can affect protein levels in the blood.

What patients is this test right for?

This test may be recommended if you are experiencing symptoms that could indicate a problem with your liver, kidneys, or nutritional status. These symptoms include:

Unexplained weight loss
Weakness or tiredness
Swelling in your legs, ankles, or abdomen
Changes in appetite

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

Albumin The main protein made by your liver, which helps balance fluids and carries hormones, vitamins, and medications through your blood. Low levels can point to liver, kidney, or nutrition issues.
Albumin/Globulin Ratio Compares your two main blood protein types, albumin and globulin. An abnormal ratio can point toward liver disease, kidney problems, or immune system conditions.
Globulin A group of blood proteins that includes antibodies and various transport proteins. Assessed together with albumin to evaluate liver, kidney, and immune function.
Total Protein The combined amount of all proteins in your blood, mainly albumin and globulins, used to help evaluate liver, kidney, and nutritional status.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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