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Why are my total protein and globulin levels high?

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Need more info: It is likely that your gamma globulins are increased causing increase in total proteins. There are many causes of elevated gamma globulins such as, inflammation, liver disease, especially cirrhosis, bone marrow diseases and autoimmune disorders, chronic infections including AIDS, See this site for more info and consult your doctor. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003544.htm

Answered 8/28/2020

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