Ceruloplasmin

Ceruloplasmin is a protein made by the liver that carries most of the copper in the bloodstream. It is primarily used to help diagnose Wilson's disease and copper metabolism disorders.

Category: Liver Function

Also known as: ceruloplasmin, cp, caeruloplasmin

Reference range: 20–35 mg/dL (Source: ABIM)

Standard unit: mg/dL

High values may indicate

High ceruloplasmin may indicate infection, inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis, pregnancy, or use of oral contraceptives.

Low values may indicate

Low ceruloplasmin may indicate Wilson's disease, Menkes disease, severe liver disease, copper deficiency, or malnutrition.

Source: MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine

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