Free Serum Light Chains

Test information: Determines the quantity of kappa and lambda free light chains in blood. This test is used in the diagnoses and monitoring of monoclonal gammopathies.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Clear - Plain;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

2ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

3 days.

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Please see the report.

UKAS number

9088

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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