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    What is Albumin Test?

    An Albumin test measures the level of albumin, a protein produced by the liver and found in blood plasma. Albumin helps prevent fluid from leaking out of blood vessels and transports hormones, vitamins, and enzymes throughout the body. This test assesses overall health and evaluates liver and kidney function, as a damaged liver may not produce enough albumin and damaged kidneys may allow too much albumin to be lost through urine. The albumin test is often included in liver function tests (liver panel) or a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), which measure additional enzymes and substances related to liver health.1,2

    Getting an Albumin test in Bangalore helps you gain valuable insights into liver and kidney health. This test helps monitor albumin levels to evaluate fluid balance, organ function, and overall wellness, supporting a more complete picture of your health.

    Albumin Test Parameters

    The Albumin test measures only one parameter: the level of albumin in the blood. Your doctor may include an albumin test as part of a routine checkup if they suspect your liver or kidney isn’t working properly. Albumin levels can also reveal underlying nutritional deficiencies, especially if your diet lacks adequate protein.1,2

    Albumin Test Preparation

    Here are a few tips to keep in mind before undergoing an Albumin test:

    • Prerequisites: No fasting is required before undergoing an Albumin test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested: You can undergo testing at any time of the day. 3

    • Who Should Get an Albumin Test: Your doctor might include an albumin test during a routine checkup. It can be part of a liver function panel or a comprehensive metabolic panel, especially if you show signs of liver or kidney disease. 1,2

    • Cautions Before Taking an Albumin Test: Your doctor will inform you if there are any specific instructions to follow. 1

    Why Take the Albumin Test?

    A BUN test may be recommended for several important reasons. It can be done as a component of routine health checkups to assess kidney function or used to monitor the effectiveness of treatments for kidney disease. The test is particularly valuable in detecting kidney issues early, especially when symptoms are not yet apparent.

    For individuals with high risk of kidney problems, the BUN test is essential as kidney disease in its early stages may not show noticeable signs. Risk factors for kidney disease include individuals:

    • With a family history of kidney issues

    • Having heart disease or obesity

    • Having diabetes or high blood pressure

    • Smoking or using tobacco products

    • Older than 60 years

    A BUN test might be necessary to rule out kidney dysfunction if you experience symptoms such as:

    • Unexplained fatigue or difficulty sleeping

    • Swollen feet, legs, or arms

    • Muscle cramps or frequent urination, with too much or too little urine

    • Skin itching or dryness

    By monitoring BUN levels regularly, it is possible to detect potential kidney dysfunction early, even in the absence of symptoms, allowing for timely interventions and better management of kidney health.

    FAQs on Albumin Test in Bangalore

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    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides swift sample collection for the Albumin test at home. A professional eMedic will arrive at your preferred location within 60 minutes of booking the test or at your chosen time, ensuring a convenient and hassle-free experience.

    An Albumin test is used to assess liver and kidney function, detect diseases affecting protein levels, and evaluate nutritional status. It helps identify conditions like liver disease, kidney damage, and dehydration by measuring the amount of albumin in the blood. 1,2

    No, fasting is not necessary for getting an Albumin test.

    To book a blood test or health checkup with Orange Health Labs, follow these steps:

    • Search for the Test : Search for the Albumin test at home and choose Orange Health’s listing.

    • Review and Book : Select the test, enter your address, check the prerequisites and confirm your booking by choosing a suitable time slot for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection : A skilled and experienced eMedic will arrive at your location within your selected time slot to collect the sample.

    • Lab Processing : The collected sample will be sent to our NABL-accredited and ICMR-approved laboratory for analysis.

    • Receive Results : You are likely to receive your reports via email or WhatsApp within 3 hours. They can also be viewed on our app.

    The normal levels of albumin should lie between 3.5-5.0 g/dL.

    Albumin test reports are usually available within 3 hours after the sample has been collected.

    The frequency of the Albumin test depends on your health status. Generally, it may be done annually during routine checkups or more frequently if you have a liver or kidney condition. 1

    Only one parameter is checked in an Albumin test - the amount of albumin in the blood.

    Orange Health Labs offers the fastest Albumin test in Bangalore, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical visit to the laboratory. Localities served for home sample collection include but are not limited to Shivaji Nagar, Malleshwaram, Basavanagudi, Frazer Town, Rajaji Nagar, Jaya Nagar, Jalahalli, Old Airport Road, Chamrajpet, Seshadripuram, Yeshwantpur, Magadi Road, Mysore Road, Shanthi Nagar, Tyagarajnagar, RT Nagar, Marathalli, Vijaya Nagar, Whitefield, Bidrahalli, Sri Nagar, Vasanth Nagar, Cottonpet, Mathikere, Peenya, Uttarahalli, Yelahanka, Jakkur, Kadugodi, Madiwala, Banashankari, Domlur, Nagarbhavi, Sadashivnagar, BTM Layout, Bannerghatta, Kammanahalli, Giri Nagar, Mahalakshmi Layout, Hebbal, Sahakara Nagar, CV Raman Nagar, Sanjay Nagar, Koramangala, Nandhini Layout, Vidyaranyapura, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Hosur, Electronic City, HSR Layout, Bellandur, Sarjapur, Hennur, Kengeri, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Adugodi.

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