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Albumin / Globulin Ratio
Routine annualalso a/g ratio
What it isA simple ratio of albumin to globulin that captures the balance between liver synthetic and immune/inflammatory activity.
DoesHighlights cases where total protein looks fine but the composition is off.
GoodA high ratio (lots of albumin, low globulin) signals good liver, low chronic inflammation, and is associated with longevity.
BadA low ratio suggests chronic inflammation, infection, autoimmunity, or plasma cell disorders.
- Standard
- 1.0–2.5.
- Optimal
- 1.8–2.5 (higher is good)
- Modifiers
- Same drivers as the components.
How to optimize
- Lifestyle
- Resistance training; address sleep, stress, visceral fat.
- Diet
- Mediterranean pattern with adequate protein; cut ultra-processed food.
- Supplements
- Whey or collagen protein if albumin low; omega-3 EPA+DHA (2–4g/day), curcumin (500mg 2×/day).
- Peptides
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- Drugs
- Treat underlying cause.
Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Collagen peptidesCurcumin (Turmeric)
Reference ranges are general adult lab norms; optimal ranges are editorial picks from the longevity literature — not medical advice. Always interpret results with your physician.
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