Perineal skin and the skin on the scrotum already have the highest rates of TEWL on the body, and when TEWL is increased, delicate skin is even more susceptible to breakdown. Urine can affect skin in multiple ways. The water in urine decreases skin hardness, which makes it more susceptible to friction and erosion. The ammonia in urine can raise the skin's pH, promote the growth of pathogens, disrupt the skin's acid mantle, activate fecal enzymes and alter the skin's normal flora (the microorganisms that reside on the skin). 2 Moisture can also make skin more susceptible to damage from friction and shear during repositioning.
Section 1 / 4. Albumin is the most common protein found in the blood. It provides the body with the protein needed to both maintain growth and repair tissues. During a dialysis treatment, the albumin in your blood also helps with fluid removal.
This is why the serum albumin test can tell your physician how well your liver is working. An albumin test is often used as part of a test known as a liver panel, which tests your blood for albumin, creatinine, blood urea nitrogen, and prealbumin.Your physician will likely order an albumin test if he or she suspects you may have a condition that affects your liver function.ecause a serum albumin test is often part of a set of tests related to liver function, your physician likely will look at all your test results to understand what may be going on in your body. The typical value for serum albumin is 3.4 to 5.4 g/dL of blood, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).