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Globulins are a group of proteins in your blood. Some globulins are made by your liver. Others are made by your immune system . Globulins play an important role in liver and kidney function, blood clotting, and fighting infection. There are different types of globulins called alpha, beta, and gamma globulins. Tests to measure globulins include:
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The determination of the amount of alpha globulin present in a sample.
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The determination of the ratio of alpha-1 globulin compared to total protein present in a sample. The measurement may be expressed as a ratio or percentage.
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The determination of the amount of alpha-2 globulin present in a sample.
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The determination of the ratio of beta-1 globulin compared to beta protein present in a sample. The measurement may be expressed as a ratio or percentage.
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The determination of the ratio of the beta-1 globulin to albumin in a biological specimen.
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The determination of the amount of gamma globulin present in a sample.
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The determination of the ratio of gamma globulin compared to total protein present in a sample. The measurement may be expressed as a ratio or percentage.
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The determination of the amount of globulin protein present in a sample.
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The determination of the ratio of globulin compared to creatinine present in a sample. The measurement may be expressed as a ratio or percentage.
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An RBC (red blood cell) antibody screen is a blood test that looks for RBC antibodies in your blood. These antibodies destroy red blood cells that are foreign (different from your own).
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An SHBG blood test measures the level of a protein called sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) in a sample of your blood. SHBG is made mostly in your liver. It binds (attaches) to sex hormones such as testosterone and estrogen and helps control how much of these hormones are active in your body.
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