Liver
Albumin
Unit: g/dLID: M026
What This Test Measures
Main protein in blood; reflects liver function and nutrition
Conventional vs. Functional Optimal Range
Conventional "Normal"
3.5-5.5 g/dLYour doctor says you're "fine" anywhere in this range
Functional Optimal
4.5-5.0 g/dLThis is where you actually feel great
The gap between these ranges is why you feel terrible with "normal" labs. Conventional medicine waits for disease. Functional medicine optimizes for health.
Gabriel's Take
Gabriel's optimal band for albumin is 4.5-5.0. Low albumin (<3.5) = poor protein status, liver dysfunction, or chronic inflammation. Gabriel monitors albumin as a nutritional and liver health marker.
When This Test Is High
Dehydration (concentrated blood)
When This Test Is Low
Liver disease, malnutrition, kidney disease (nephrotic syndrome)
Related Conditions
Malnutrition, liver cirrhosis, chronic inflammation
Recommended Follow-Up
If low, check prealbumin, liver function, assess nutrition and inflammation