Ferritin is a blood cell protein that stores iron. It occurs in the spleen, liver, bone marrow, and skeletal muscles. This iron containing protein releases iron whenever the iron content in blood falls below the normal amounts. Ferritin stores the excess iron and thus prevents elevated iron levels in the body. Low ferritin levels are… Continue reading Low Ferritin levels
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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
Unconjugated Bilirubin
Bilirubin is a catabolic product derived from the heme metabolism. Although it is potentially toxic, the body has elaborate physiologic mechanisms, which can detoxify and disposition this substance in the body. This substance is formed when there is breakdown of heme, a substance that forms part of the hemoglobin. The metabolism of bilirubin by liver… Continue reading Unconjugated Bilirubin