Beta2globserplelphmcnc
A blood test that measures the level of beta 2 globulin proteins in your blood using electrophoresis.
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Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 32731-2
- Short code
- B2GLOB
- Synonyms
- Beta2 Glob SerPl Elph-mCnc
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Serum separator tube (SST) or red top tube
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 0.7
- Ref high
- 1.5
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- electrophoresis
- CPT
- 84165
- SNOMED
- 104372005
- Specimen volume
- 1–2 mL of serum
- Stability
- Room temperature: 8 hours; Refrigerated (2–8°C): 7 days; Frozen (-20°C): 30 days
- Hemolysis max
- 50
- Lipemia max
- 100
- Icterus max
- 50
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
The Beta 2 Globulin test measures the amount of beta 2 globulin proteins in your blood serum or plasma. This test uses a technique called electrophoresis, which separates different proteins in your blood based on their electrical charge. Beta 2 globulin is one of several protein fractions measured in a complete protein electrophoresis test. These proteins play important roles in your body, including fighting infections, transporting hormones and vitamins, and maintaining fluid balance in your blood vessels.
During the test, a blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm. The sample is then sent to a laboratory where the proteins are separated and measured. The results show the amount of beta 2 globulin as either a percentage of total protein or as an absolute concentration. Your doctor will interpret these results along with other protein fractions to get a complete picture of your health status.
Reference range
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and electrophoresis method; typically expressed as g/dL or percentage of total protein (e.g., 0.7–1.5 g/dL or 7.3–12.0% of total protein)N/A
No special preparation required. Fasting is not necessary.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Elevated beta 2 globulin levels may indicate several health conditions. Liver diseases such as hepatitis or cirrhosis can cause increased levels because the liver produces many of these proteins. Kidney disease, particularly nephrotic syndrome, can also lead to elevated beta 2 globulin due to protein loss through damaged kidneys. Certain inflammatory and autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus may also cause increased levels. In some cases, certain types of cancer affecting the immune system can cause abnormal beta 2 globulin levels.
Decreased beta 2 globulin levels are less common but can occur in severe malnutrition, malabsorption syndromes, or advanced liver disease where the liver can no longer produce adequate proteins. Some rare immune deficiency disorders may also show reduced levels. Because beta 2 globulin levels must be interpreted in context with other protein fractions and clinical symptoms, your doctor will consider the complete picture when making a diagnosis.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
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