LAMBDA FREE LIGHT CHAIN, SERUM
Quantifies the free lambda light chains in the blood, which are proteins produced by plasma cells. Elevated levels may indicate plasma cell disorders such as multiple myeloma.
LAMBDA FREE LIGHT CHAIN, SERUM Test in Vadodara Overview
No special preparations needed
- Lambda Free Light Chain,serum
This test measures the amount of lambda light chains in the blood, which helps diagnose and monitor plasma cell disorders.
This test is recommended for:
- Patients suspected of having multiple myeloma or light chain amyloidosis.
- Individuals with abnormal protein levels in the blood or urine.
- Monitoring treatment response in plasma cell disorders.
A blood sample is analyzed using immunoassay techniques to quantify lambda light chains.
- Elevated Lambda Chains: Suggests plasma cell disorders like multiple myeloma.
- Normal Levels: Rules out plasma cell abnormalities.
- Low Levels: Rare but may indicate immune suppression.
Monitoring light chain levels helps assess disease progression and treatment response in plasma cell disorders.
Test code
1662
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | .5 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Collection instructions
10-12 hours fasting ( Over night Fasting) is recommended. Patient can drink water during fasting period. Intake of caloric food, coffee, diet soda/gum strictly not allowed during fasting period. Provide Age, gender, medication & clinical details .Lipemic & hameolysed sample should be avoided.
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
Every Day TIME - 09:00
Turn around time
2 Working Days
Performing locations
Department
- Nephelometry
CPT and Loinc codes
Package price
₹3200
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