Albumin is the most abundant protein in the circulation. Its main physiologic function is to maintain colloid osmotic pressure. Better understanding of albumin's other physiologic functions has ...

Purpose: The technical issues surrounding the use of albumin in parenteral nutrient (PN) solutions are reviewed. Summary: Five criteria have been suggested to determine which compounds are optimal ...

Adding albumin to total nutrient admixtures (TNAs) or three-in-one solutions cannot be recommended because of stability concerns; it has been shown to cause creaming in as little as 4 hours.