Far Hills, NJ
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.?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

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 31 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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Last updated Aug 5, 2020
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