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Albumin

The Albumin Blood Test measures albumin, the main protein made by the liver that helps maintain fluid balance and carry hormones, vitamins, and medicines through the blood. Low albumin may be linked to liver or kidney disease, poor nutrition, or inflammation, while healthy levels support strong circulation and overall body function.

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Albumin

Experiencing unexplained fatigue, swelling, or nutritional concerns and wondering if your body is maintaining adequate protein levels for optimal health and healing?

Overview

The Albumin test measures your body's most abundant protein, which acts like a master multitasker in your bloodstream. Think of albumin as your body's delivery service and fluid manager rolled into one – it carries important substances like hormones and nutrients throughout your body while keeping the right amount of fluid in your blood vessels instead of leaking into surrounding tissues.

This simple blood test reveals a lot about your overall health because your liver produces albumin, so the levels reflect how well your liver is working, your nutritional status, and whether your kidneys are properly managing proteins. When albumin levels are low, it could signal issues like poor nutrition, liver problems, kidney disease, or chronic illness, often showing up as unexplained swelling or fluid retention. Healthcare providers use this test to assess your protein status, investigate swelling, monitor liver or kidney conditions, and guide nutritional support when needed.

Reviewed by Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

Symptoms

You may benefit from this test if you experience:
Unintentional weight loss Swelling around eyes or face Annual physical exam Comprehensive metabolic panel Feeling tired all the time Swelling in legs or calves

Purpose

Essential for individuals with nutritional concerns, liver or kidney disease, chronic illness, or anyone needing comprehensive protein status and nutritional assessment.

How to prepare

No special preparation required. Inform healthcare provider of all medications, nutritional supplements, and recent illness that might affect protein levels and albumin production.

Understanding results

Results show albumin levels compared to normal ranges. Low levels may indicate malnutrition, liver disease, kidney problems, or chronic illness requiring appropriate evaluation and treatment.

After the test

Address low albumin through nutritional assessment and intervention, treatment of underlying liver or kidney disease, protein supplementation if appropriate, and regular monitoring. Work with specialists as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Albumin is the most abundant blood protein, essential for maintaining fluid balance, transporting substances, and serving as an indicator of nutritional and liver health.
  • Low albumin may indicate malnutrition, liver disease, kidney problems, chronic inflammation, or protein loss, requiring evaluation to determine the underlying cause.
  • Causes include poor nutrition, liver disease, kidney disease, chronic inflammation, protein loss through intestines or skin, and certain medications.
  • Albumin helps maintain proper fluid distribution between blood vessels and tissues; low levels can cause fluid to leak into tissues, causing swelling.
  • Yes, through improved nutrition, treatment of underlying diseases, protein supplementation when appropriate, and addressing factors causing protein loss.
  • High albumin is less common but may indicate dehydration or, rarely, certain medical conditions, and usually normalizes with proper hydration.
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