Serum Albumin Test

The Serum Albumin Test is a blood test that measures the level of albumin, the most abundant protein in blood plasma. Albumin is produced by the liver and helps maintain fluid balance within blood vessels while transporting hormones, medicines, and other substances.

Albumin testing is commonly performed as part of a liver function assessment or a broader biochemical investigation.

What Does the Albumin Test Help Assess?

• Liver Health: Helps evaluate albumin production by the liver.
• Kidney Health: May help identify protein loss associated with certain kidney conditions.
• Nutritional Assessment: Supports evaluation of nutritional status alongside other clinical findings.
• Fluid Balance: Low albumin levels may contribute to swelling due to reduced oncotic pressure.
• Disease Monitoring: Helps monitor selected liver, kidney, and other chronic conditions.

Sample Requirements

• Sample type: Blood, typically serum.
• Fasting: Usually not required for an isolated albumin test.
• Preparation: Follow your healthcare professional’s instructions and inform them about medicines you take.

Understanding Your Results

Low albumin levels may occur with liver disease, kidney-related protein loss, inflammation, inadequate protein intake, or other medical conditions.

High albumin levels are less common and may occur with dehydration.

Albumin results should be interpreted alongside medical history, symptoms, and other investigations, such as total protein, liver enzymes, and urine protein tests when appropriate.

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