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What is What serum level of albumin is considered as mild degree of malnutrition: and explain in detail?
Ans. (b) 3.5g/dlRef.: OP Ghai 8th ed.196,98All the following criteria must be met for diagnosis of mild malnutrition* Patient is 20% below usual weight or significant history of weight loss documented* Serum albumin < 3.5gm/dL* MAC < 12.5 cmAlso Remember: Definition of significant weight loss % Loss of BODY WEIGHT OVER Time Period1-2%1 week5%1 month7.5%3 momths10%6 moths