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Clinically, albumin does not depend on the price list: the norms and interpretation are the same, the price and laboratory differ. The indicator is important before operations (a low level is a risk factor for complications, corrected by nutrition and infusions), with cirrhosis (a marker of synthetic function) and with edema in combination with urine protein. For dynamics, it is useful to take tests in one system.
When is it appointed?
- monitoring liver function and protein status (albumin);
- cholestasis and bone metabolism (alkaline phosphatase);
- tissue damage, hemolysis, tumor monitoring (LDG);
- preoperative examination and follow-up.
Why do the same tests cost different things?
In the clinic’s price list, a number of biochemical indicators are presented in two positions with different prices: they differ in the performing laboratory, reagent system and issuance period, while the determined indicator, units of measurement and clinical interpretation are the same. For routine control, choose a more accessible position; if necessary, maintain continuity with previous analyzes (comparing dynamics in one system) - the one in which you took it before. The doctor will tell you if this is important.
