Description
Protein, Total and Albumin, Plasma test Includes Protein, Albumin, Globulin (calculated) and Albumin/Globulin Ratio (calculated).
Albumin is a blood protein, and this test is used to determine early signs of kidney damage in individuals at risk of developing kidney disease. This test also used to screen for and help diagnose a liver disorder and evaluate nutritional status.
A total protein test measures the amount of protein present in the blood serum or urine. A total protein test can detect normal or abnormal protein levels, which can help diagnose medical conditions, such as kidney and liver diseases.
Calculated globulin (CG) is derived from the difference between total protein and albumin results. CG is used widely in primary and secondary care to detect high levels that may indicate haematological malignancy, such as multiple myeloma.
The albumin/globulin ratio is the amount of albumin in the serum divided by the globulins. The ratio is used to try to identify causes of change in total serum protein. The albumin/globulin ratio is a calculated value.
