Without seeing the actual test values, it's not possible to determine if you have light chain or heavy chain myeloma. These tests measure serum free light chains (SFLC), which are important markers for both types of myeloma.
To determine the specific type of myeloma, doctors need to look at
- Overall levels of heavy and Show Full Answer
Without seeing the actual test values, it's not possible to determine if you have light chain or heavy chain myeloma. These tests measure serum free light chains (SFLC), which are important markers for both types of myeloma.
To determine the specific type of myeloma, doctors need to look at:
- Overall levels of heavy and light chain proteins
- The ratio between kappa and lambda light chains
- Other blood and urine tests For reference:
- Heavy chain myeloma is more common, involving IgG (50% of cases) or IgA (20% of cases)
- Light chain myeloma (also called Bence-Jones myeloma) involves only light chain proteins
- A complete diagnosis requires additional testing beyond just light chain ratios
Consider discussing your specific test results with your healthcare provider who can interpret them in context with your other diagnostic information.
June 4, 2025
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