Bilirubin / Albumin Ratio (BAR)
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What it isA composite ratio of bilirubin to albumin that captures liver and nutritional state in a single number.
DoesCombines two strong independent prognostic markers into a more powerful predictor of outcomes in chronic disease.
GoodA low BAR signals good liver and adequate protein status.
BadA high BAR predicts mortality in liver disease, cancer, sepsis, and chronic illness generally.
How to optimize
- Lifestyle
- Resistance training; treat underlying disease.
- Diet
- Adequate protein intake; whole-food nutrition.
- Supplements
- Whey or collagen protein.
- Peptides
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- Drugs
- Treat underlying cause. --
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