Globulin
- Sample Type
- Standard
- Fasting
- No
- Unit
- g/dL
Globulin is a calculated value (Total Protein minus Albumin). It comprises diverse proteins including gamma globulins (antibodies) and alpha/beta globulins (transport proteins/acute phase reactants). It is essential for assessing the immune system and liver synthetic function. The A/G (Albumin/Globulin) ratio is a key indicator of chronic inflammation or plasma cell disorders.
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Why Context Matters
Globulin is a 'catch-all' calculation. An abnormality requires a follow-up 'Protein Electrophoresis' to determine which specific fraction (Alpha-1, Alpha-2, Beta, or Gamma) is affected. Dehydration can cause a false 'relative' increase in all protein fractions.
Lab ranges are statistical averages, not biological laws. "Normal" for a 20-year-old male isn't normal for a 60-year-old female.
Clinical References
Source-of-truth databases and clinical guidelines for Globulin:
Official Sources
Research & Guidelines
- PubMed: Globulin Clinical GuidelinesNCBI / PubMed
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