What serum level of albumin is considered as mild degree of malnutrition
High-Yield Explanation
A normal albumin range is 3.4 to 5.4 g/dL. If you have a lower albumin level, you may have malnutrition. It can also mean that you have liver disease or an inflammatory disease. Higher albumin levels may be caused by acute infections, burns, and stress from surgery or a hea attack Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition nut