Protein, Total, Serum
Test Code: 754
CPT Code(s): 84155
Includes: Total Protein
Methodology: Spectrophotometry (SP)
Clinical Significance: Total protein is useful in evaluating patients for nutritional status, liver disease, protein-losing renal and gastrointestinal diseases, and many other medical conditions. Elevated concentrations may be observed in patients with monoclonal gammopathies, autoimmune hepatitis, inflammation, and other medical conditions.