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What are typical IgM levels in multiple myeloma?

IgM myeloma is actually a very rare form of multiple myeloma. If elevated IgM proteins are detected in blood tests, it's important to note this finding may indicate a different condition that would require different treatment approaches. The most common types of myeloma Show Full Answer

What are typical IgM levels in multiple myeloma?

IgM myeloma is actually a very rare form of multiple myeloma. If elevated IgM proteins are detected in blood tests, it's important to note this finding may indicate a different condition that would require different treatment approaches. The most common types of myeloma involve different immunoglobulins:

• About 50% of myeloma cases involve abnormal IgG proteins
• Approximately 20% involve abnormal IgA proteins
• Some cases are light-chain myeloma (Bence-Jones myeloma)
• A small number are nonsecretory myeloma where no M proteins are produced

Your healthcare provider can determine which specific type of myeloma you have through specialized blood tests that measure different immunoglobulin levels.

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