Definition
What Albumin measures
Albumin is the most abundant blood protein, made by the liver. It carries hormones, nutrients, and medications and helps hold fluid inside blood vessels.
Illustrative sample band · Synthetic
4.4g/dL
3.3Sample target 4–5 g/dL5.7
Why it matters
How clinicians usually read it
It is a synthesis and nutrition signal: a healthy albumin suggests the liver is producing protein normally, and several hormone results are interpreted against it because they ride on it.
When it reads low
A lower value can mean
A lower albumin can follow inflammation, liver or kidney conditions, or sustained low protein intake. Hydration and acute illness can also shift it temporarily.
When it reads high
A higher value can mean
A higher albumin most often reflects dehydration at the time of the draw rather than a disease state.
Questions for a clinician
Bring the number into a real conversation
01
Was I well-hydrated at the draw, and could that explain this value?
02
Does my albumin change how we read protein-bound markers like testosterone or calcium?
03
Is inflammation or diet a plausible reason for a lower value here?
Educational boundary
Educational information only. Displayed ranges are illustrative sample bands, not a diagnosis, treatment plan, or substitute for the contracted laboratory report and a qualified clinician.
See it as a sample result
The sample dashboard shows an illustrative reading, target band, and trend for Albumin.