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What does a patients albumin level have to do with bed sores?

Albumin is a serum protein produced in the liver that is essential for proper blood circulation and metabolism of compounds in the body.  A low albumin level (less that 3.5 g/dl) is indicative of several potential problems including: cirrhosis, malnutrition, or kidney disease.
Unlike other chemistry levels, a low albumin…

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