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Q: Is low protein in blood indicative of lupus?
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What does loe protein the blood have to do with lupus?

There is a protein called complement that is used up during autoimmune activity. Low complement means lupus is active. C reactive protein is another protein marker. This protein is high during flares. So, what matters is which protein is low.


Can you donate blood with lupus?

It's not a good idea. Lupus patients tend to have low white counts, low platelets, and suffer from anemia. Taking blood out makes this worse. If you are on chemo or biologics they won't want your blood anyway.


Which symptoms are indicative of RTA?

RTA is suspected when a person has certain symptoms indicative of the disease or when routine tests show high blood acid levels and low blood potassium levels.


What does low protein in blood mean?

Albumin and globulin are two majors protein found in blood plasma. There are a variety of reasons for low protein in blood: Liver Diseases, Malnutrition, Kidney problem... Symptoms can be: Loss of hair , Depression, Fatigue, Edema...


What does bone profile low protein and inflammation mean as this was one of the results in blood count?

A bone profile blood test measures for protein in the blood. If a bone profile low protein and inflammation was one of the results in your blood count, it means that an infection is present.


Which laboratory finding is indicative of anemia?

Low hemoglobin and low hematocrit are indicative of anemia.


What if reactive protein is high?

c-reactive protein is elevated during inflammation...its released by ur body to help in the inflammatory process, it helps in the activation of complement system. CRP is an acute phase protein and can be raised in many circumstances including Acute and chronic infections, vasculitis, connective tissue diseases, arthritis


What is hypo proteinemia?

an abnormally low concentration of protein in the blood. and its hypoproteinemia


Is a low protein blood count serious?

A low protein count in a blood sample can be an indication of underlying problems. A follow up with a doctor should include questions about the cause and remediation to correct the issue.


How do you increase Protein C?

I have a low protein in the blood result....would like to know what causes this, and how do I elevate the protein to what it should be. Thank you Ann


Can high micro albumin in urine cause low protein in blood?

Yes.


What is the term for abnormally low amounts of protein in the blood?

Hypoproteinemia