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= Hypoalbuminemia = | {{SI}} | ||
{{Infobox medical condition | |||
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| image = [[File:PDB_1bm0_EBI.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Structure of human serum albumin | |||
| field = [[Nephrology]], [[Hepatology]] | |||
| synonyms = Low albumin | |||
| symptoms = [[Edema]], [[ascites]], [[fatigue]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[hypotension]], [[organ failure]] | |||
| onset = Gradual | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Liver disease]], [[kidney disease]], [[malnutrition]], [[inflammation]] | |||
| risks = [[Chronic illness]], [[alcoholism]], [[burns]], [[sepsis]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]] for [[serum albumin]] | |||
| differential = [[Nephrotic syndrome]], [[cirrhosis]], [[heart failure]] | |||
| treatment = Address underlying cause, [[albumin infusion]] | |||
| medication = [[Diuretics]], [[antibiotics]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Common in hospitalized patients | |||
}} | |||
'''Hypoalbuminemia''' refers to a medical condition characterized by a serum albumin concentration below the age-related normal range. Albumin, the most abundant protein in human blood plasma, plays a critical role in maintaining osmotic pressure and transporting hormones, fatty acids, and other compounds. Hypoalbuminemia can indicate an underlying health issue or nutritional deficiency and is associated with various medical conditions. | '''Hypoalbuminemia''' refers to a medical condition characterized by a serum albumin concentration below the age-related normal range. Albumin, the most abundant protein in human blood plasma, plays a critical role in maintaining osmotic pressure and transporting hormones, fatty acids, and other compounds. Hypoalbuminemia can indicate an underlying health issue or nutritional deficiency and is associated with various medical conditions. | ||
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== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Hypoalbuminemia can result from: | Hypoalbuminemia can result from: | ||
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* [[Malnutrition]]: Insufficient protein intake or absorption issues. | * [[Malnutrition]]: Insufficient protein intake or absorption issues. | ||
* [[Inflammatory diseases]]: Conditions that increase catabolism or alter protein distribution, such as sepsis or inflammatory bowel disease. | * [[Inflammatory diseases]]: Conditions that increase catabolism or alter protein distribution, such as sepsis or inflammatory bowel disease. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
While hypoalbuminemia itself may not directly cause symptoms, its underlying causes can. Symptoms related to hypoalbuminemia include: | While hypoalbuminemia itself may not directly cause symptoms, its underlying causes can. Symptoms related to hypoalbuminemia include: | ||
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* Fatigue | * Fatigue | ||
* Weakness | * Weakness | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis involves blood tests to measure serum albumin levels, typically part of a comprehensive metabolic panel. Additional tests may be conducted to determine the underlying cause, including liver function tests, kidney function tests, and nutritional assessments. | Diagnosis involves blood tests to measure serum albumin levels, typically part of a comprehensive metabolic panel. Additional tests may be conducted to determine the underlying cause, including liver function tests, kidney function tests, and nutritional assessments. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause of hypoalbuminemia: | Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause of hypoalbuminemia: | ||
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* Medication or therapy for liver and kidney diseases | * Medication or therapy for liver and kidney diseases | ||
* Management of chronic conditions contributing to hypoalbuminemia | * Management of chronic conditions contributing to hypoalbuminemia | ||
== Complications == | == Complications == | ||
Hypoalbuminemia can lead to several complications, including: | Hypoalbuminemia can lead to several complications, including: | ||
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* Ascites: Accumulation of fluid in the abdomen | * Ascites: Accumulation of fluid in the abdomen | ||
* Increased severity of the underlying disease | * Increased severity of the underlying disease | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Albumin]] | * [[Albumin]] | ||
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* [[Liver function tests]] | * [[Liver function tests]] | ||
* [[Nephrotic syndrome]] | * [[Nephrotic syndrome]] | ||
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hypoalbuminemia/basics/definition/sym-20050814 Mayo Clinic - Hypoalbuminemia] | * [https://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hypoalbuminemia/basics/definition/sym-20050814 Mayo Clinic - Hypoalbuminemia] | ||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK526080/ National Center for Biotechnology Information - Hypoalbuminemia] | * [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK526080/ National Center for Biotechnology Information - Hypoalbuminemia] | ||
[[Category:Diseases and disorders]] | [[Category:Diseases and disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Blood disorders]] | [[Category:Blood disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Protein metabolism disorders]] | [[Category:Protein metabolism disorders]] | ||
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| Hypoalbuminemia | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Low albumin |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Edema, ascites, fatigue |
| Complications | Infection, hypotension, organ failure |
| Onset | Gradual |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Liver disease, kidney disease, malnutrition, inflammation |
| Risks | Chronic illness, alcoholism, burns, sepsis |
| Diagnosis | Blood test for serum albumin |
| Differential diagnosis | Nephrotic syndrome, cirrhosis, heart failure |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Address underlying cause, albumin infusion |
| Medication | Diuretics, antibiotics |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Common in hospitalized patients |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypoalbuminemia refers to a medical condition characterized by a serum albumin concentration below the age-related normal range. Albumin, the most abundant protein in human blood plasma, plays a critical role in maintaining osmotic pressure and transporting hormones, fatty acids, and other compounds. Hypoalbuminemia can indicate an underlying health issue or nutritional deficiency and is associated with various medical conditions.
Causes[edit]
Hypoalbuminemia can result from:
- Liver disease: Impaired albumin production due to liver conditions such as cirrhosis or hepatitis.
- Kidney disease: Loss of albumin through the urine in conditions like nephrotic syndrome.
- Malnutrition: Insufficient protein intake or absorption issues.
- Inflammatory diseases: Conditions that increase catabolism or alter protein distribution, such as sepsis or inflammatory bowel disease.
Symptoms[edit]
While hypoalbuminemia itself may not directly cause symptoms, its underlying causes can. Symptoms related to hypoalbuminemia include:
- Edema: Swelling due to fluid accumulation, particularly in the ankles and feet.
- Fatigue
- Weakness
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis involves blood tests to measure serum albumin levels, typically part of a comprehensive metabolic panel. Additional tests may be conducted to determine the underlying cause, including liver function tests, kidney function tests, and nutritional assessments.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause of hypoalbuminemia:
- Nutritional support for malnutrition
- Medication or therapy for liver and kidney diseases
- Management of chronic conditions contributing to hypoalbuminemia
Complications[edit]
Hypoalbuminemia can lead to several complications, including:
- Increased risk of edema
- Ascites: Accumulation of fluid in the abdomen
- Increased severity of the underlying disease
