Biomarker education
Albumin: What It Measures & Why People Track It
Also called: Serum albumin
Albumin is a protein made by the liver and is often included on metabolic and liver panels.
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Result on your report
IllustrativeAlbumin
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Range: Low – High
What it generally measures
Albumin helps carry substances through the blood and maintain fluid balance. Labs report its concentration in serum or plasma.
Common units on reports: g/dL
Why people track it over time
Albumin is often reviewed alongside other liver and nutrition-related markers over time rather than as a standalone indicator.
Changes over time do not by themselves establish a diagnosis. Learn more
Questions you might ask a healthcare professional
Questions to bring
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