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Gesamtprotein

    Capillary blood at the pharmacy

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    1. Visit your pharmacy and ask about CaboCheck.

      With each test, you will receive an information sheet with your personal test QR code (CaboCheck-ID), through which you can retrieve the test result.

    2. Test execution on-site or at a later date

      You have the choice to have the test done directly in the pharmacy or to make an appointment. Sample collection is done quickly and easily by our special capillary blood machine, which ensures a gentle and efficient blood draw.

    3. Quick and reliable results

      Your sample will be evaluated by a professional laboratory, and you will receive your detailed laboratory report via email within 2-3 days. Benefit from the accuracy and reliability of medical laboratory tests, conveniently and easily conducted in your pharmacy.

    CaboCheck Benefits

    Professionelle Probenentnahme vor Ort in der Apotheke

    Professionelle Probenentnahme vor Ort in der Apotheke

    Einfache Kapillarblutentnahme innerhalb von 2 Minuten

    Einfache Kapillarblutentnahme innerhalb von 2 Minuten

    Auswertung durch medizinisches Facharztlabor

    Auswertung durch medizinisches Facharztlabor

    Labor-Ergebnisse als PDF oder online

    Labor-Ergebnisse als PDF oder online

    Fragen und Antworten zu Gesamt Protein

    What is the respective laboratory value?

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    Total protein refers to the sum of all proteins in the blood plasma, which mainly include albumin and globulins. The laboratory value measures the protein concentration in the serum and is used to assess nutritional status, liver function, and immunological processes.

    For whom is such a test to be considered?

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    A total protein test is recommended for: • People with symptoms such as edema, weakness or unclear weight changes • Patients with suspected liver or kidney disease • Diagnosis of immunological diseases (e.g. autoimmune diseases, plasmacytoma) • Monitoring in chronic diseases that can affect the protein level • Patients with suspected dehydration or malnutrition

    What is it used for?

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    The test serves to assess the nutritional and fluid balance as well as the diagnosis of diseases associated with altered protein levels, such as liver cirrhosis, kidney diseases or chronic inflammations.

    What can be inferred from that?

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    Here is the translation: A low total protein value can indicate the following: • Malnutrition or malabsorption • Liver diseases such as cirrhosis (reduced protein production) • Kidney diseases such as nephrotic syndrome (increased protein loss) A high value often indicates: • Dehydration (due to increased concentration) • Chronic inflammation or plasmacytoma (excessive globulin production) Symptoms of abnormal protein levels can include: • Swelling (edema) with low protein levels • Fatigue and weight changes

    What is the ideal time for a test?

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    The test can be carried out at any time of the day.

    Particularly interesting?

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    The total protein value alone often provides limited information; a breakdown into albumin and globulins offers more detailed insights. • Chronic inflammation or infections can increase the value, while acute illnesses often cause a decrease. • Fluid status and albumin levels are crucial for the interpretation of total protein.