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Low Albumin (Hypoalbuminemia)

Low albumin can allow fluid to accumulate in tissues or body cavities.

Low albumin can allow fluid to accumulate in tissues or body cavities. Investigation seeks the cause of the protein deficit and guides treatment.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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