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My kappa ratio is 2.19. my lamda is within ratio. i have arthritis in my back, and swollen joints in my shoulders, fingers, and feet. ra?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Need more info: Kappa/lambda ratio is a marker for multiple myeloma or monoclonal gammopathy - The usual upper limit of normal for the ratio is 1.6, but if you have impaired kidney function that can cause a rise. If you have normal kidneys, this is a result that needs more thorough evaluation.

Answered 7/17/2015

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