Serum Protein Immunofixation
The picture shows increased levels of IgG heavy chains and Kappa light chains.
This test is performed to determine the type of excessive immunoglobulin. Immunoglobulins are normally made of 2 heavy chains and 2 light chains.
Which are the most common types of paraproteins found in Myeloma?
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IgA - yes.
IgD - very rare.
IgE - very rare.
IgG - yes.
IgM - rare - these paraproteins are much more commonly found in various types of low grade lymphoma.
