Evaluation of pleural fluid total protein, albumin, globulin levels and albumin/globulin ratios in the differential diagnosis of pleural effusions

Conclusion: Differential diagnosis of pleural effusions is sometimes a challenge for clinicians particularly in endemic areas of tuberculosis. Pleural fluid total protein, albumin and globulin levels and pleural fluid albumin/globulin ratios might have roles in the differential diagnosis of pleural effusions.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 7, 2016 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Gumus, S., Kaya, H., Ozkisa, T., Turhan, U., Aydogan, M., Deniz, O., Tozkoparan, E. Tags: 1.13 Clinical Problems - Other Source Type: research