Clarilab

Liver

Total protein test

Albumin plus globulins in the blood.

Typical range
6–8.3 g/dL.
Usual recheck
About 3 months when out of range

Why it's done

Part of the LFT.

What a high result can mean

Dehydration or chronic inflammation.

What a low result can mean

Poor nutrition, liver or kidney disease.

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Liver function test (LFT)ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, bilirubin, total protein and albumin. ALT (SGPT)A liver enzyme released when liver cells are irritated or damaged. AST (SGOT)An enzyme found in the liver, heart and muscles. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)An enzyme from the liver, bile ducts and bones. GGTA liver enzyme sensitive to alcohol and bile duct problems. Bilirubin (total)A yellow pigment from the normal breakdown of red cells, cleared by the liver.