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A 40-year-old female asked:

Can you explain what this might mean: "apparent polyclonal gammopathy: igm. kappa and lambda increased". immunoglobulin m is also high at 437.?

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Dr. Michael Dugananswered

Specializes in Hematology

Monoclonal processes: Are often malignant or pre malignant. Polyclonal processes are usually reactive/infectious/inflammatory.

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Dr. Keith Stockerl-Goldsteinanswered

Hematology and Oncology 32 years experience

Infection: These results likely indicate a recent infection but need to be evaluated in the context of other laboratory tests and your exam.

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