Understand Your Health with the Adult Malnutrition Screening Panel

Supports the detection of malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies
Identify the underlying causes: medical conditions or dietary factors
Evaluate the severity of malnutrition and assess future nutritional risk
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Individuals aged 65 years and older, particularly those with unintentional weight loss, poor oral intake, dementia, impaired hepatic or renal function
Individuals with unexplained weight loss (a loss of 5 - 10% of body weight within 6 - 12 months)
Individuals consuming less than 50% of daily nutritional portions for several consecutive days, or those experiencing loss of appetite, dysphagia, feeding difficulties, etc.
Individuals have signs of micronutrient deficiencies: persistent fatigue, hair loss, koilonychia, recurrent oral ulcers, muscle cramps, myalgia, or bone pain, etc.
Individuals with chronic diseases: cancer, COPD, chronic kidney disease, liver cirrhosis, inflammatory bowel disease, etc.
Individuals with gastrointestinal disorders associated with malabsorption: ulcerative colitis, Celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, short bowel syndrome, etc.
Individuals experiencing difficulty with oral intake following head-neck surgery, gastrectomy, intestinal surgery, etc.
Individuals following vegan diets, restrictive weight-loss or exclude multiple food groups diets

The Adult Malnutrition Screening Panel provides a comprehensive assessment of nutritional status through laboratory evaluation of protein status, iron stores, hematopoiesis, and essential micronutrients that are commonly deficient in adults.

These tests not only help identify the risk of malnutrition but also provide valuable insights into metabolic status, nutrient reserves, and potential nutritional deficiencies that may have long-term health implications.

Unlike pediatric malnutrition, malnutrition in adults may result from aging, chronic medical conditions, adverse effects of medications, malabsorption disorders, or head-neck surgery that impairs eating ability.

By integrating laboratory findings with the patient's clinical presentation and medical history, physicians can assess the severity of nutritional deficiencies, identify potential underlying causes and develop a personalized nutritional management plan.

Complete Blood Count (CBC) [Cord Blood]

98.000 đ

. A complete blood count is a test for screening various diseases like anemia, high/low WBCs count, platelets disorders and inflammatory processes.

25-OH Vitamin D [Serum]

345.000 đ

This test is used to check if there is too much or too little vitamin D, which can indicate bone disorders, nutritional deficiencies, or other health issues.

Ferritin [Serum]

139.000 đ

This test is crucial for diagnosing and managing conditions related to iron metabolism and storage.

Zinc (Zn) [Serum]

253.000 đ

This test is used to diagnose and monitor conditions like zinc deficiency, malnutrition, chronic diarrhea, or malabsorption syndromes, as well as to check for zinc toxicity in cases of over-supplementation or excessive intake.

Vitamin B12 [Serum]

173.000 đ

This test is primarily used to diagnose vitamin B12 deficiency, which can lead to megaloblastic anemia and neurological problems (such as numbness, weakness, and memory issues).

Iron (Fe) [Serum]

61.000 đ

This test helps in identifying iron deficiency anemia or iron overload conditions. Low serum iron levels might indicate anemia, suggesting the body isn't getting enough iron to make healthy red blood cells. On the other hand, high levels could point to an iron overload, which can also cause health problems.

Prealbumin **

143.000 đ

A prealbumin test measures the amount of prealbumin in your blood. Prealbumin is a protein that helps carry hormones and other substances through your blood.

Transferrin [Serum]

68.000 đ

Transferrin is the main protein in the blood that binds to iron and transports it throughout the body. It may be used along with other iron tests to assess the amount of iron circulating in the blood, the total capacity of the blood to transport iron, and the amount of stored iron in the body.

Folate (Folic Acid/Vitamin B9) [Serum]

190.000 đ

This test is primarily used to diagnose folate deficiency, which can lead to megaloblastic anemia and neural tube defects or anencephaly during pregnancy.

Albumin [Serum]

30.000 đ

Serum Albumin test measures the level of albumin in the blood. Albumin is the most abundant protein in the blood, produced by the liver. It plays a crucial role in maintaining pressure within blood vessels to prevent leaking fluids and in transporting hormones, vitamins, and other substances throughout the body.

Total Protein [Serum]

30.000 đ

High protein levels can place a burden on your kidneys, liver, and bones, as well as potentially increase your risk of heart disease and cancer. A lack of protein can produce several symptoms, including illness, increased infections, and reduced muscle mass.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is malnutrition in adults dangerous?

Yes. Adult malnutrition is a serious condition that affects far more than body weight. It can impair the function of multiple organ systems and lead to significant health complications.

Prolonged malnutrition results in the loss of skeletal muscle mass, reduced muscle strength, and decreased physical endurance, contributing to fatigue, impaired mobility and an increased risk of falls, particularly in older adults.

Malnutrition also delays wound healing by compromising immune function, increasing susceptibility to infections and prolonging recovery following illness or surgery. Individuals with chronic diseases or severe medical conditions are at an even greater risk of adverse outcomes, including increased mortality.

2. Can malnutrition in adults impair liver and kidney function?

Yes, it can. Prolonged malnutrition may adversely affect both liver and kidney function through multiple physiological mechanisms.

Liver: Protein-energy malnutrition can reduce the liver’s capacity to synthesize essential proteins, impair metabolic processes and compromise tissue repair and regeneration.
Kidney: Malnutrition leads to loss of muscle mass, which can affect the interpretation of kidney function markers (creatinine). Prolonged nutritional deficiencies also impair immune function, increasing susceptibility to infections and negatively affecting overall health.

3. Should I also undergo a Vitamins, Minerals & Electrolytes Panel together with the Adult Malnutrition Screening Panel?

Not necessarily. The Adult Malnutrition Screening Panel already includes several key micronutrient tests that are commonly included in a comprehensive micronutrient panel, including 25-OH vitamin D, zinc, iron, ferritin, vitamin B12 and vitamin B9.

However, if you experience persistent vomiting, diarrhea or taking diuretic medications, you should consider the Vitamins, Minerals & Electrolytes Panel. This panel includes additional tests to help identify electrolyte imbalances and mineral deficiencies, including sodium (Na), potassium (K), chloride (Cl), calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.

Understand Your Health with the Adult Malnutrition Screening Panel