Buzzle HomeAlbumin 14 Listen Print High Albumin Levels High albumin levels in blood or hyperalbuminemia is a sign of chronic or severe dehydration. The following article will cover some information related to the albumin levels, causes and symptoms. Advertisement The human blood contains serum proteins that help in the proper functioning of the human body. There are many types of proteins present in the human blood that also help in the proper functioning of the immune system and various other body cells. Of the many different proteins, albumin and globulin are the most important ones. They are produced in the liver and albumin helps in preventing the blood from the blood vessels leaking out. It also helps in growth of tissue as well as healing of tissue injury. Serum albumin is used to check chronic liver disorders and the level of nutrition in the body. We shall understand causes of high albumin levels as well as low albumin levels during a blood test. Normal Albumin Levels Albumin test is normally carried out during a liver panel done to evaluate liver diseases. It is also carried out along with creatinine and Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) test for evaluation of kidney function. A persons nutritional status is evaluated along with a prealbumin test. Those who suffer from jaundice, fatigue, unexplained weight loss, swelling around the legs, abdomen and eyes are asked to check the albumin levels in blood. The normal albumin levels in blood is between 3.4 to 5.4 g/dL. Normal albumin level in urine is about 0-8 mg/dL. But, do you know what do high albumin levels mean? The following paragraph will cover some information related to the increase in albumin levels. Increase in Albumin Levels High albumin levels in blood is called hyperalbuminemia in medical terms. There are various disorders that can cause high blood albumin levels. These conditions include: Tuberculosis Hepatitis HIV These conditions affect the immune system of the body, causing the protein levels in the body to increase. People suffering from chronic inflammation, severe infection, etc. may also show hyperalbuminemia in serum. It may also mean, a person may be suffering from an abnormal swelling, immune system disorder, cancer, malnutrition, liver disorder and kidney disorder. It may also be seen in different conditions mainly dehydration. A severe or chronic case of dehydration shows high protein levels in blood. Other conditions include: Congenital disorders Poor utilization of proteins in blood Congestive heart failure Glucocorticoid excess due to overdose of cortisone medications, overproduction of cortisol by adrenal gland or a tumor within the body that produces extra cortisol like substances in the body Low Albumin Levels There are many reasons for low albumin levels in the body. It is a sign of liver disease, inflammation, shock and malnutrition. Low albumin levels also indicate kidney diseases that causes albumin from blood to leak into urine and being flushed out of the body. Diseases like Crohns disease, celiac disease, etc. where the body cannot absorb and digest proteins may cause low blood albumin levels. Other conditions include: Exfoliative dermatitis Severe burn injuries Drinking too much water or polydipsia Chronic debilitating diseases Enteropathy Liver dysfunction This was all about the hyperalbuminemia as well as low albumin levels. Decrease in albumin levels causes disintegration of blood. The fluid thus formed leads to development of edema. A simple blood test will help the doctor determine the level of albumin in blood. Low or high albumin levels in the body will help the doctor determine if the liver function is normal. If you have any further queries related to hyperalbuminemia, speak to your healthcare provider for more details. 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He has been puking for a number of years. They just found out that his albumin levels are high. Anyone have the same issues? - Dorothy [April 11, 2013] thank you so much , cant get a straight answer from my sons doctor in philly ...believe it or not. again thank you. - Greatful [March 4, 2013] How can you help to lower a high albumin test? Dr. didnt mention any way to help lower it. - Barb Parks [June 6, 2011] high albumin level Micro albumin urea less than 300mg/g.having type 2 diabets.Advise treatment of medicines - R.VaIdyanathan [October 23, 2010] Buzzle About Buzzle | Privacy Policy ©2000-2013, 2014 Buzzle®. All rights reserved.
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