Result
SAAG Value (g/dL) | Interpretation |
---|---|
<1.1 | Not consistent with portal hypertension |
1.1 - 1.5 | Consistent with portal hypertension, but not diagnostic |
>1.5 | Consistent with portal hypertension |
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SAAG calculator uses the following formula:
SAAG = Serum Albumin - Ascitic Fluid Albumin
SAAG | |||
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<1.1 g/dL | >1.1 g/dL | ||
Total Protein | <2.5 g/dL | Tuberculous Peritonitis, Nephrotic syndrome | Cirrhosis, Budd-Chiari (late) |
>2.5 g/dL | Cancer, Tuberculosis, Chylous ascites, Pancreatitis | Right HF, Budd-Chiari (early), veno-occlusive disease |
Summary
Overall SAAG Calculator determine the etiology of ascites by identifying the presence of portal hypertension. Check More Medical Health Related Calculator on Drlogy Calculator to get exact health solutions.
Reference
SAAG calculator uses the following formula:
SAAG = Serum Albumin - Ascitic Fluid Albumin
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