Bence Jones Protein

Test information: Immunoglobulin free light chains are usually present in a polyclonal pattern. In some conditions there is an increase in monoclonal light chains, which can be excreted in the urine. Bence Jones proteins are particularly diagnostic of multiple myeloma in the context of target organ manifestations such as kidney failure, lytic (or "punched out") bone lesions, anemia, or large numbers of plasma cells in the bone marrow of patients. Early morning urine required.

Specimen Type(s)

• Urine;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Plain Universal;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• N/A;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

1 Container

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Interpretative comment provided

UKAS number

9088

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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