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Protein, Total - Serum in Mahalaxmi West, Mumbai

Q: How is the blood sample taken?

To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to make a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. The needle is then inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.

Q: What follow-up tests can be advised after abnormal protein, total serum test?

The follow-up tests that can be advised after abnormal protein, total serum tests include protein electrophoresis, and quantitative immunoglobulins.

Q: What are the signs and symptoms of liver disease?

The signs and symptoms of liver disease may include weakness, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal swelling, pain in the abdomen, yellowing of eyes or skin (jaundice), dark urine, light-colored stool, itching, and diarrhea.

Q: What factors can cause an increased risk for liver disease?

The factors which can cause an increased risk for liver disease include taking medications that can damage the liver, heavy intake of alcohol, viral hepatitis, or possible chances for exposure to hepatitis viruses, having a family history of liver disease, obesity, especially if a person has diabetes or high blood pressure.

Q: What are the signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction?

The signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction include fatigue, lack of concentration, poor appetite, difficulty in sleeping, swelling or puffiness around the eyes or in the face, wrists, abdomen, thighs, or ankles; foamy, bloody, or coffee-colored urine, decrease in the amount of urine, burning sensation while urinating, abnormal discharge during urination, or a change in the frequency of urination, especially at night; pain in mid-back, below the ribs, near the location of kidneys, and high blood pressure.

Also Known as Total Protein Test, Total Serum Protein

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SAMPLE TYPE

BLOOD

GENDER

Both

AGE GROUP

7 years & above

The protein, total – serum test helps to determine the nutritional status of an individual. It is usually done as a part of a routine health check-up. It helps to diagnose certain diseases or disorders such as that of the liver or kidney. The protein, total – serum test is done: • As a routine health check-up • In case of unexplained weight loss or fatigue • In case of signs and symptoms of liver diseases • In case of signs and symptoms of kidney diseases

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How is the blood sample taken?
To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to make a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. The needle is then inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.
What follow-up tests can be advised after abnormal protein, total  serum test?
The follow-up tests that can be advised after abnormal protein, total  serum tests include protein electrophoresis, and quantitative immunoglobulins.
What are the signs and symptoms of liver disease?
The signs and symptoms of liver disease may include weakness, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal swelling, pain in the abdomen, yellowing of eyes or skin (jaundice), dark urine, light-colored stool, itching, and diarrhea.
What factors can cause an increased risk for liver disease?
The factors which can cause an increased risk for liver disease include taking medications that can damage the liver, heavy intake of alcohol, viral hepatitis, or possible chances for exposure to hepatitis viruses, having a family history of liver disease, obesity, especially if a person has diabetes or high blood pressure.
What are the signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction?
The signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction include fatigue, lack of concentration, poor appetite, difficulty in sleeping, swelling or puffiness around the eyes or in the face, wrists, abdomen, thighs, or ankles; foamy, bloody, or coffee-colored urine, decrease in the amount of urine, burning sensation while urinating, abnormal discharge during urination, or a change in the frequency of urination, especially at night; pain in mid-back, below the ribs, near the location of kidneys, and high blood pressure.

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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results

Protein, Total - Serum in Mahalaxmi West, Mumbai

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How is the blood sample taken?

What follow-up tests can be advised after abnormal protein, total  serum test?

What are the signs and symptoms of liver disease?

What factors can cause an increased risk for liver disease?

What are the signs and symptoms of kidney dysfunction?

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What follow-up tests can be advised after abnormal protein, total serum test?