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Total Protein

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Total protein measures the two main proteins in the blood, albumin and globulins.

Why it matters: Albumin keeps fluid from leaking out of the blood vessels and helps enzymes, vitamins and other substances circulate. Globulins help fight off infections. A high total protein is not a condition in itself; it is a sign of an underlying issue.

Source · Cleveland Clinic — what it is, why it matters, related conditions

Reference Range
64.0 – 83.0g/L
64
83LowNormalHigh
Associated Conditions
Chronic inflammation or inflammatory disorders, which high blood protein levels are linked toViral infections such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C or HIV and AIDS, which high blood protein levels are linked toBlood cancers such as multiple myeloma or certain types of lymphoma, which high blood protein levels are linked toSevere liver or kidney disease, which high blood protein levels are linked to
Related Markers
Albuminglobulin
Common questions

What is Total Protein?

Total protein measures the two main proteins in the blood, albumin and globulins.

What might a high or low Total Protein mean?

Albumin keeps fluid from leaking out of the blood vessels and helps enzymes, vitamins and other substances circulate. Globulins help fight off infections. A high total protein is not a condition in itself; it is a sign of an underlying issue.

What is the typical reference range for Total Protein?

The general-population reference range shown here is 64 – 83 g/L. Reference ranges describe the general population and are not a personal target — discuss your results with your physician.

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