Test your
Prealbumin
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Prealbumin?
It's included in the HealthieOne Disease-Specific test.
Prealbumin
Explanation: Prealbumin is a protein produced by the liver that helps transport thyroid hormones and vitamin A in the bloodstream. It also plays a role in how the body uses energy. Measuring prealbumin levels can provide information about a person's nutritional status, particularly protein intake. However, it's important to note that prealbumin levels can also be affected by factors such as inflammation, infection, or liver disease.
Test Purpose:
- Assess nutritional status, especially in individuals who are critically ill, hospitalized, or have conditions that may lead to malnutrition.
- Evaluate liver function, as the liver produces prealbumin.
- Aid in diagnosing and monitoring conditions that can affect protein levels, including chronic illnesses and infections.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins, ARUP Laboratories, Allina Health, University of Rochester Medical Center, Oregon Health and Sciences University, Northwestern Medicine, Iowa State University, Dept of Pathology
