Myoglobin, Serum Test

Myoglobin, Serum Test

Category
Muscle
Sample
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
In 5 days
Fasting
No Fasting
Age
5+ Years

What Is This Test?

Measures myoglobin, an oxygen-binding protein found in heart and skeletal muscle.

Why this test is performed?

Rises quickly after muscle injury; used to assess severe muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) and, occasionally, early heart muscle damage.

Who should take this test?

Muscle pain, weakness or cramps, or people on statins with muscle symptoms.

Test Preparation

No fasting needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Large amounts released in rhabdomyolysis can damage the kidneys, so it helps guide treatment.

No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.

Usually within 3–4 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.

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