Albumin Antibodies

ALB typically refers to the human serum albumin gene. Serum albumin is a protein produced by the liver and is the most abundant protein in human blood plasma. The gene that codes for serum albumin is officially known as the "ALB" gene.

Key points about the albumin gene (ALB):

Gene Name: ALB (Albumin)

Protein Product: The ALB gene encodes the serum albumin protein. Serum albumin plays a crucial role in maintaining osmotic pressure in the blood, transporting various substances such as hormones, fatty acids, and drugs, and contributing to the regulation of pH in the blood.

Synthesis: Albumin is primarily synthesized in the liver and released into the bloodstream. It has a relatively long half-life in the circulation.

Clinical Significance: Measurement of serum albumin levels is often used in clinical settings as a marker of nutritional status and liver function. Abnormal albumin levels can be associated with various medical conditions.

Variants and Polymorphisms: Like many genes, the ALB gene can exhibit genetic variations and polymorphisms that may influence individual differences in serum albumin levels.

Disease Associations: Genetic mutations or variations in the albumin gene can be associated with certain disorders, such as familial dysalbuminemic hyperthyroxinemia, a condition where individuals have elevated levels of thyroxine (T4) in the blood.