Total protein test
A total protein test measures the amount of protein in your blood.
The test can help diagnose a number of health conditions including:
- kidney disease
- liver disease
- malnutrition – where a person's diet doesn't contain enough nutrients to meet their body's needs
If your total protein level is low, you may have a liver or kidney disorder, or a disorder where protein isn't digested or absorbed properly.
A high total protein level could indicate dehydration or a certain type of cancer, such as multiple myeloma, that causes protein to accumulate abnormally.
If the result of a total protein test is abnormal, further tests will be needed to identify which proteins are too high or too low. This will enable an accurate diagnosis to be made.
Read more about the total protein test at Lab Tests Online UK.
