Protien/Albumnin/Globulin test

A protein, albumin, and globulin test measures the amount of protein in your blood, and compares the levels of albumin and globulin. This test can help diagnose or monitor a variety of health conditions, including liver and kidney disease, nutritional deficiencies, and immune system disorders.

Test

What it measures

What it can help diagnose

Total protein test

Total amount of protein in your blood, including albumin and globulin

Liver or kidney disease, nutritional deficiencies

Albumin-to-globulin (A/G) ratio test

Ratio of albumin to globulin in your blood

Liver or kidney disease

Serum protein electrophoresis

Levels of each type of protein in your blood, including globulins

Immune system disorders, multiple myeloma, and other conditions

You might need this test if you have symptoms like:

Swelling in the feet, ankles, legs, and/or abdomen

Fatigue

Unexplained weight loss

Loss of appetite

Nausea and vomiting

Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)

Blood in the urine

A technician will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, or sometimes with a finger prick. The results should be back in about 12 hours