Albumin— Normal Range & What Your Result Means

Main blood protein

Normal Albumin range (Albumin, g/dL)

  • Adults3.5–5 g/dL

Ranges are typical adult values and vary between labs. Use the range on your own report.

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What is Albumin (Albumin)?

Albumin is measured as part of a liver function panel. Your albumin is normal — a good sign of nutritional status and liver function.

What does a high Albumin mean?

Elevated albumin is most commonly caused by dehydration.

What does a low Albumin mean?

Low albumin can indicate malnutrition, liver disease (cirrhosis), kidney disease (protein loss), or chronic inflammation. It's an important marker of overall health.

If markedly low: Critically low albumin indicates severe malnutrition or significant liver/kidney disease. Requires prompt evaluation.

Understand your whole report, not just one number

A single value rarely tells the full story — Albumin is best read alongside the rest of your panel. Paste your values or upload your report and get a plain-English explanation of every marker, with the important results flagged.

Albumin: frequently asked questions

What is a normal Albumin level?

A normal Albumin (Albumin) level is 3.5–5 g/dL for adults. Reference ranges vary slightly between laboratories, so always compare against the range printed on your own report.

What does a high Albumin mean?

Elevated albumin is most commonly caused by dehydration.

What does a low Albumin mean?

Low albumin can indicate malnutrition, liver disease (cirrhosis), kidney disease (protein loss), or chronic inflammation. It's an important marker of overall health.

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