Substance concentration of a specific protein in serum/plasma (e.g., related to protein electrophoresis)

This test measures the main protein groups circulating in your blood, including albumin and the globulin fractions known as alpha-1, alpha-2, beta, and gamma globulins. Each of these proteins plays an important role, from maintaining fluid balance and carrying hormones and vitamins to helping your immune system fight infection.

This test typically evaluates the concentration of major protein groups, including albumin, globulins (such as immunoglobulins), and other fractions like alpha, beta, and gamma globulins. These proteins play roles in immunity, blood clotting, and maintaining fluid balance.

Your doctor may order this test to help investigate symptoms such as unexplained fatigue, weight loss, bone pain, swelling, or frequent infections. It is also used to help diagnose or monitor conditions like multiple myeloma, liver or kidney disease, malnutrition, chronic inflammation, and certain immune system disorders.

Healthcare providers may order this test to diagnose or monitor conditions like multiple myeloma, liver disease (e.g., cirrhosis), kidney disease, or chronic infections. It can also help assess nutritional status or detect abnormal protein production.

A small blood sample is drawn from a vein in your arm, usually on the inside of the elbow, and sent to the laboratory for analysis. Fasting is generally not required, but tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you take, because some drugs can influence protein levels. Stay well hydrated and mention any recent illness before the draw.

A blood sample is drawn from a vein, usually in your arm. The blood is then separated into serum (after clotting) or plasma (if anticoagulant is used) for testing. This process helps isolate the proteins for analysis.

Your results are reported as the amount and percentage of each protein fraction and compared with standard reference ranges. A fraction that is unusually high or low can suggest inflammation, liver or kidney problems, nutritional deficiencies, or abnormal protein production. Your doctor interprets the overall pattern together with your symptoms, medical history, and other test results.

Results are often presented as a graph or report showing the relative amounts of each protein group. Abnormal patterns (e.g., high or low globulins, unusual spikes) may signal underlying health issues that require further investigation.