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 ...

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 ...

Based on the available evidence, the addition of albumin to PN solutions cannot be recommended. The potential for complications due to infection and physical and chemical incompatibility and ...

enabling essential intravenous albumin solutions to be made readily available for patients requiring critical care. On the global front, North America held the largest albuminar25 market share in ...