3 Questions
Which of the following is a common cause of hypoalbuminemia?
Impaired protein synthesis due to liver disease
What is the plasma albumin level in severe hypoalbuminemia?
Below 25 g/L
What is the result of low plasma oncotic pressure in severe hypoalbuminemia?
Water moves out of the blood capillaries into the tissues
Study Notes
Test your knowledge on the common causes of hypoalbuminemia, a condition characterized by low levels of albumin in the blood. This quiz will cover the various factors that can lead to impaired synthesis or increased catabolism of albumin, as well as conditions such as malabsorption and proteinuria that can result in protein loss. Improve your understanding of this clinical significance with our informative quiz.
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