Total Protein
Type:
Protein
Primary Function:
Essential for immune function and substance transport
Normal Values:
60-83 g/L
<60 g/L (Hypoproteinemia),
>83 g/L (Hyperproteinemia)
Pathological Values:
Symptoms/Pathology in Deficiency:
Edema, fatigue
Symptoms/Pathology in Increase:
Dehydration, inflammatory diseases
Dietary Sources:
Meats, dairy products, eggs
