Albumin: meaning, definitions and examples
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albumin
[ หรฆl.bjส.mษชn ]
biochemistry
Albumin is a family of globular proteins that are soluble in water and possess the ability to maintain oncotic pressure in the blood. They play a crucial role in the transportation of various substances, including hormones, vitamins, and drugs throughout the body. In humans, serum albumin is the most abundant plasma protein, accounting for about half of the total protein in blood plasma. It is produced mainly in the liver and can be influenced by physiological conditions, such as liver disease or inflammation.
Synonyms
globulin, plasma protein, serum albumin.
Examples of usage
- The doctor ordered a blood test to measure albumin levels.
- Low albumin levels may indicate liver dysfunction.
- Albumin is essential for maintaining proper osmotic pressure.
Translations
Translations of the word "albumin" in other languages:
๐ต๐น albumina
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฒเฅเคฌเฅเคฎเคฟเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Albumin
๐ฎ๐ฉ albumin
๐บ๐ฆ ะฐะปัะฑัะผัะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ albumina
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใซใใใณ
๐ซ๐ท albumine
๐ช๐ธ albรบmina
๐น๐ท albรผmin
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ถ๋ฏผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃูุจูู ูู
๐จ๐ฟ albumin
๐ธ๐ฐ albumรญn
๐จ๐ณ ็ฝ่็ฝ
๐ธ๐ฎ albumin
๐ฎ๐ธ albumรญn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะปัะฑัะผะธะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฃแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ albumin
๐ฒ๐ฝ albรบmina
Etymology
The term 'albumin' comes from the Latin word 'albumen,' which means 'white of an egg,' a reference to the protein's white appearance when isolated. This term was first used in scientific literature in the early 19th century as researchers began to identify and categorize the proteins found in various biological fluids. The association of albumin with eggs underscores its role as a key source of protein in many organisms. Over time, the understanding of albumin's functions expanded beyond mere structure to include its critical roles in nutrition and physiology, particularly in human health. Albumin's importance in medicinal contexts has also been recognized, with its application in treatments for conditions like hypoalbuminemia, where low levels can lead to serious health issues.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranked #10,528, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.
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