Serum-ascites albumin gradient(SAAG) Price in Bangladesh

What is Serum-ascites albumin gradient(SAAG)?

The Serum-Ascites Albumin Gradient (SAAG) measures the difference in albumin levels between blood serum and ascitic fluid to determine the cause of ascites. The procedure involves collecting blood and ascitic fluid samples, usually through a paracentesis procedure (inserting a needle into the abdomen).

No special preparation is needed. Risks include infection, bleeding, or injury during paracentesis.

A SAAG ≥1.1 g/dL suggests portal hypertension, while <1.1 g/dL indicates non-portal hypertension causes, like cancer or infection.

Results help differentiate liver-related ascites from other conditions affecting the abdomen.

What to expect & how to prepare

A sample is collected at the centre and analysed in the laboratory. The sample type — blood, urine, stool or another body fluid — depends on the specific test, and the collection staff will tell you which one applies.

• Fasting: only some laboratory tests need fasting, and this varies test by test. Ask the centre whether fasting is required for this specific test when you book, rather than assuming.
• Medication: tell the laboratory about medicines, supplements and recent injections, because some can affect results.
• Requesting slip: bring the doctor's advice or previous reports so the laboratory runs and compares the right test.
• Report timing: turnaround differs between routine and specialised tests — the centre will tell you when your report is ready.

Have a registered doctor interpret the result together with your symptoms rather than self-diagnosing from reference ranges.

Serum-ascites albumin gradient(SAAG) price comparison by diagnostic centre

Indicative prices in Bangladeshi Taka, cheapest first. Confirm the current charge and any package discounts directly with the centre.