Funny you should mention this; it made me check my records. It turns out that none of the doctors actually requested bloodwork. However, I do have my own bloodwork, which I do every 4-6 months on my own. Looking through that, what I see for heptatic protein level is 7.2+-0.2 for the past two and a half years.
This includes my most recent test, where I had been taking massive amounts of protein for months. So whatever that test is measuring, it doesn’t actually seem related to the amount of protein the body has available or needs.
ChatGPT explanation of what hepatic protein level measures:
Hepatic (liver) proteins refer to a group of proteins that are synthesized in the liver. Blood tests can be used to determine the level of these proteins in the bloodstream, providing insight into liver function and overall health.
Albumin: Albumin is a protein produced by the liver, and it makes up about half of the protein in your blood. It has many vital functions, including preventing fluid leakage from blood vessels, transporting substances around the body (like hormones, vitamins, and medications), and supporting tissue growth and healing. A blood test can determine albumin levels in your body. Lower than normal albumin levels can indicate liver disease, among other conditions.
Total Protein: This test measures the total amount of two classes of proteins found in the blood: albumin and globulin. Proteins are important building blocks of all cells and tissues; they are necessary for body growth and health. This test can help diagnose nutritional problems, kidney disease, liver disease, and many other medical conditions.
Globulins: This is a group of proteins in your blood. They are made in your liver by your immune system. Globulins play an essential role in liver function, blood clotting, and fighting infection. There are different types of globulins, and some tests might assess the different globulins separately, like alpha-1, alpha-2, beta, and gamma globulins.
Liver enzyme tests: These include aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) tests, which measure enzymes the liver releases in response to damage or disease. Although these aren’t proteins, they often get tested alongside hepatic proteins to provide a more complete picture of liver health.
Prothrombin time (PT) and International Normalized Ratio (INR): The liver also produces proteins involved in blood clotting. A PT test measures how long it takes for your blood to clot. An INR is a standardized way for laboratories to report PT results. Abnormally long clotting times may suggest a problem with these proteins and liver function.
Abnormal results of these tests may indicate a potential problem with the liver, but they do not necessarily specify the exact nature of the problem. Additional diagnostic tests may be required to identify the specific cause of abnormal hepatic protein levels.
It’s a test for liver function.
Do you have any data in your blood tests for any amino acids?
Our body doesn’t need any proteins, it needs amino acids and proteins are a way to ingest amino acids.
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To determine if you’re getting enough of each essential amino acid, a healthcare provider might be able to order a plasma amino acid test, which measures the levels of amino acids in your blood. However, these tests are not routinely used in healthy people, and there’s some debate over how accurately they reflect long-term dietary intake.
Funny you should mention this; it made me check my records. It turns out that none of the doctors actually requested bloodwork. However, I do have my own bloodwork, which I do every 4-6 months on my own. Looking through that, what I see for heptatic protein level is 7.2+-0.2 for the past two and a half years.
This includes my most recent test, where I had been taking massive amounts of protein for months. So whatever that test is measuring, it doesn’t actually seem related to the amount of protein the body has available or needs.
ChatGPT explanation of what hepatic protein level measures:
It’s a test for liver function.
Do you have any data in your blood tests for any amino acids?
Our body doesn’t need any proteins, it needs amino acids and proteins are a way to ingest amino acids.
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