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A family of globular proteins found in many plant and animal tissues that tend to bind a wide variety of ligands. Albumin is the main protein in blood plasma. Low serum levels occur in conditions associated with malnutrition, inflammation and liver and kidney diseases.
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An albumin blood test measures the amount of albumin in your blood. Albumin is a protein made by your liver. Low albumin levels can be a sign of liver or kidney disease or another medical condition. High levels may be a sign of dehydration .
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An estimation of the glomerular filtration rate based on the clearance of creatinine, urea nitrogen and albumin after adjusting it for an individual's actual body surface area.
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The determination of the amount of glycated albumin related peptide present in a biological specimen.
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The determination of the amount of the human albumin antibody in a sample.
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The determination of the ratio of IgG clearance compared to albumin clearance present in a sample. The measurement may be expressed as a ratio or percentage.
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The determination of the ratio of IgG compared to albumin present in a sample. The measurement may be expressed as a ratio or percentage.
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A microalbumin creatinine ratio urine test checks the levels of the protein albumin in your urine (pee). Abnormal amounts of this protein may be an early sign of kidney disease .
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The determination of the ratio of phosphatidylcholine compared to albumin present in a sample. The measurement may be expressed as a ratio or percentage.
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A quantitative measurement of the amount of albumin present in a sample of serum.
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The determination of the amount of serum-ascites albumin gradient, calculated by subtracting the amount of albumin in ascites fluid from the albumin in serum.
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A total protein and albumin/globulin (A/G) ratio test measures the total amount of protein in your blood. Proteins have many important functions, including giving your body energy, rebuilding muscles, and helping your immune system . Your body might make too much or too little protein if you have certain health conditions.
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