Prealbumin

Also known as: Transthyretin; tryptophan-rich prealbumin; thyroxine-binding prealbumin

Formal name: Prealbumin

Related tests: Albumin

At a Glance

Why Get Tested?

To diagnose patients with malnutrition and to monitor patients at risk of poor nutrition

When to Get Tested?

If your doctor suspects you are malnourished because of poor diet, HIV, or an eating disorder; if you are about to be admitted to the hospital for surgery; if are hospitalised with certain diseases; or if you are having nutrition or kidney dialysis

Sample Required?

A blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm

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