| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 2 hrs |
2 hrs |
6 months |
|
| Method: |
BCG |
| Report: |
Daily |
| Usage: |
Albumin is synthsized in the liver and is thought to be a negative acute phase protein. It maintains osmotic pressure, microvascular integrity & inflammatory pathway. Decreased levels are seen in chronic debilitating diseases, liver disease, malnutrition etc. Increased albumin level is only seen during dehydration. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Physician, Nephrologist, Gastroenterologist |
| Disease: |
Disorders of Liver & Kidney |
| Home Collection: |
Available |
| Pre Test Information: |
Overnight fasting is preferred. |
