The presence of leukocytes in urine may not be a cause for alarm, especially if in little amounts, but a heavy presence of these cells should signal that one could be having an infection or failure of an essential organ. It is advisable that one is tested to determine the cause of the high leukocytes… Continue reading High Leukocytes in Urine
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Albumin Creatinine Ratio (ACR)
Albumin is a protein that circulates in the bloodstream and has many functions like maintaining the blood inside the vessels and preventing blood from leaking out of the vessels. Albumin also helps in carrying substances like medicines in the blood. It is essential for tissue growth and healing of tissue. During the process of filtering… Continue reading Albumin Creatinine Ratio (ACR)
Serum Protein Test
Serum protein is the amount of proteins present in blood plasma. In the blood plasma, protein is found in two forms namely albumin and globulin. Proteins in blood plasma have many functions such as transport of lipids, vitamins, hormones, and metals in body. They also help in regulating acellular activity. Moreover, proteins in blood plasma… Continue reading Serum Protein Test
Bilirubin Total Levels
Bilirubin total levels are determined by both conjugated and unconjugated bilirubin in bloodstream. Bilirubin circulates in blood in mainly two forms, which include the indirect or unconjugated and the direct or conjugated bilirubin. The indirect form does not readily dissolve in water and being insoluble, it needs to be made water-soluble so that it is… Continue reading Bilirubin Total Levels