Description
Bence Jones proteins, or monoclonal free light chains of immunoglobulins, are produced by neoplastic plasma cells. They were first described in the urine of a patient with multiple myeloma. See Also Kappa & Lambda Light Chains, 24 Hour Urine
Indications
In addition to multiple myeloma (malignant proliferation of plasma cells in bone marrow, derived from a single abnormal clone) and other plasma cell dyscrasias, free light chains are also associated with other abnormalities of the immune system, including leukaemia, lymphoma, and autoimmune and infectious diseases.
Sample Type, Quantity & Conditions
20 ml Urine Room Temperature
Special Precautions
Normal Range
Negative
