


In an A/G ratio, the ‘A’ stands for ‘albumin’, and the ‘G’ stands for ‘globulin’. If the results in this screen prove to be problematic, this can lead the way for more advanced and specific examinations which will pinpoint a problem in more detail.

A high A/G ratio is likely to appear in a total protein test, which has the power to identify potential illnesses before the symptoms begin to affect the patient. The total protein test is used to screen for any diseases that may be present in the liver and kidneys, mainly in the hope that an early diagnosis can be made for effective treatment. ‘CMP’ is an abbreviation of Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, and this equipment is frequently used by medical professionals to conduct a thorough check-up of their patients. Have you heard doctors talking about total protein tests and CMPs? If so, you might be confused as to what all of the complicated vocabulary means.
