Rat albumin is the rodent equivalent of human serum albumin, a major plasma protein synthesized by the liver. It plays essential roles in maintaining oncotic pressure, transporting hormones, drugs, and other molecules, and serving as an antioxidant. As a biomarker, rat albumin is frequently used in preclinical research to assess liver function, protein metabolism, and the integrity of biological barriers such as the glomerular filtration barrier in the kidneys.
In research settings, measurement of rat albumin levels is commonly used in toxicology, pharmacology, and nephrology studies. For instance, elevated levels of albumin in rat urine (albuminuria) are used as an early indicator of kidney damage or glomerular injury in experimental models of renal disease or drug-induced nephrotoxicity. In liver studies, changes in serum albumin levels can reflect hepatic synthetic capacity, making it a useful biomarker in liver toxicity and disease models. Although rat albumin is not typically used in clinical diagnostics for humans, it is a vital tool in translational research, helping bridge the gap between animal models and human health by allowing researchers to evaluate biological responses to drugs, disease progression, or therapeutic interventions.
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