Biochemistry
| Full details for "Total Protein ". | |
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Name |
Total Protein |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
Total fluid protein quantitation is principally used to help establish whether pleural effusions are exudative or transudative in nature. Quantitation may also be applied to other body fluid e.g. peritoneal fluid in ascites, again in identifying the underlying cause as exudative or transudative. |
Specimen type |
Fluid |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Universal container / 5mL |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
1 day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Units: g/L Please note that this test is outside the scope of ISO15189 accreditation. |
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Last updated |
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:52:31 IST |