Total Protein + Albumin/Globulin (A/G)

There are two major types of protein in the blood: Albumin helps keep blood from leaking out of blood vessels and move other important substances throughout the body while globulins help fight infection and move nutrients throughout the body. The A/G ratio compares the amount of albumin in your blood to the amount of globulin. This test is used to help diagnose kidney disease, liver disease, or nutritional problems.