What Causes Low Retinol-Binding Protein (RBP) Levels?
Disease description:
I’ve recently been feeling unwell and fatigued. After examining me, my doctor suggested that this might be due to low retinol-binding protein (RBP) levels. What are the possible causes of low retinol-binding protein?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Peng Ling
Hello, retinol-binding protein (RBP) is a transport protein for vitamin A in the blood. Measuring RBP levels can help detect early kidney damage. Low RBP levels may result from malnutrition, vitamin A deficiency, hypoalbuminemia, or malabsorption. Liver disease may also lead to decreased RBP levels.
For this condition, it is advisable to first visit a hospital for diagnostic evaluation to identify the underlying cause, followed by targeted treatment. In daily life, consume nutrient-rich foods such as milk and eggs. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness!
