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I've just found out that 3 tests show low kappa/lambda ratio, with lambda light chain levels increased. do these results mean a thing without m protein?
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Check with your doc: Kappa and lambda are parts of immunoglobulins which are proteins certain white blood cells make to fight infections. These are referred to as polyclonal since they come from different cells. Some blood disorders can produce lots of m (monoclonal) kappas or lambdas that come from a single, usually malignant cell. Ask your doctor who ordered the lab test to help interpret your specific results.
Answered 2/19/2013
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