Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test
Total Protein Blood Test

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Total Protein Blood Test

$38.00 AUD

Experiencing unexplained swelling, suspected liver concerns, or nutritional issues and want assessment of overall protein status and metabolic health?

Measures the combined level of albumin and globulin in blood. Abnormal levels can reflect changes in liver function, kidney function, nutritional status, or immune system activity. Routinely included in liver function panels and general health screens.

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Order a test

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Order the private test that suits you and your goals. After ordering, you will receive your referral by email.

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Collect the sample

Collect the sample

Attend one of our 4000+ partner collection centres throughout Australia. Search locations.

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Receive your results

Receive your results

View all your lab results in your secure health dashboard. Easy!

Overview

Think of the Total Protein test as your body's protein report card – it measures all the different proteins floating in your bloodstream, kind of like counting all the workers in a busy factory to see how well everything is running. Your blood contains two main types of proteins: albumin, which your liver makes like a dedicated assembly line, and globulins, which include your immune system's security guards (antibodies) and other important helpers that keep your body functioning smoothly.

When your total protein levels are off, it's like getting a warning light on your car's dashboard – something needs attention. Low levels might signal that your liver isn't producing enough proteins, you're not getting adequate nutrition, or your kidneys are letting too much protein slip away. High levels could indicate your immune system is working overtime fighting an infection or dealing with chronic inflammation. This simple blood test gives your doctor valuable clues about your liver health, nutritional status, immune system activity, and overall well-being, making it especially useful if you're experiencing unexplained fatigue, swelling, or other symptoms that might point to protein-related issues.

Symptoms

Suited to people monitoring liver health, assessing nutritional status or protein deficiency, investigating unexplained weight loss or oedema, or monitoring kidney disease where protein loss may occur. Commonly included as part of a liver function panel or broader metabolic check.

Questions

  • It measures the combined level of albumin and globulin in your blood. Albumin is made by the liver and helps regulate fluid balance. Globulins include immune proteins, transport proteins, and clotting factors. Together they give an overview of your body's protein status.
  • No fasting is required. You can eat and drink normally before the test.
  • Low total protein can result from liver disease (reduced production), kidney disease (protein lost in urine), malnutrition or malabsorption, and chronic illness. Your practitioner will assess the cause by looking at the albumin and globulin breakdown alongside your clinical history.
  • Elevated total protein is most often caused by dehydration (which concentrates blood proteins) or by conditions that raise globulin levels, such as chronic infection, autoimmune disease, or certain blood protein disorders. Your practitioner will investigate based on your overall results.
  • Yes. Total protein is a standard component of a full liver function panel (LFT), which also includes albumin, globulin, ALT, AST, GGT, ALP, and bilirubin.
  • Results are sent directly to you via the Bloody Good Tests platform. Share them with your GP or healthcare practitioner for interpretation in the context of your symptoms and health history.

Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

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How to prepare

No fasting is required. Drink water as normal.

Let your practitioner know about any chronic health conditions, recent illness, significant dietary changes, or medications you take regularly, as these can all influence protein levels. A healthcare professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm.

After the test

Share your results with your GP or relevant specialist. Abnormal total protein results usually prompt assessment of the individual albumin and globulin components. Depending on the pattern, your practitioner may request a full liver function panel, kidney function tests, urine protein testing, or protein electrophoresis.

Your test results will be available in your private dashboard. If there are any urgent issues, we'll let you know so you can follow up with your health professional.

Understanding results

Results are reported in grams per litre (g/L). The typical adult reference range is approximately 60 to 80 g/L, though this can vary slightly between laboratories.

Low total protein (hypoproteinaemia) may be associated with liver disease (reduced protein synthesis), kidney disease (protein loss in urine), malnutrition, malabsorption, or chronic inflammatory conditions. High total protein (hyperproteinaemia) can be seen with dehydration or with conditions causing elevated globulins, such as chronic infection, autoimmune disease, or certain blood disorders.

Your practitioner will look at total protein alongside albumin, globulin, and the albumin-to-globulin ratio to get a more nuanced picture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most collection centres accept walk-ins. Some may require a booking - check details when you click on your chosen location.

If your test needs fasting, we’ll include that in your instructions after you order. Fasting usually means no food for 8–12 hours, but water is fine.

Just your pathology referral form (we email it to you)

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