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Free Light Chains Urine

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Test Parameters Included

  • Kappa free light chains concentration (mg/24h or mg/dL)
  • Lambda free light chains concentration (mg/24h or mg/dL)
  • Kappa/Lambda free light chain ratio
  • Pathologist Clinical Biochemistry Remark – correlated with plasma cell dyscrasia reference intervals
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Department

SPECIALITY - BIOCHEMISTRY

Methodology

Immunoturbidometry

Sample Required

URINE (10ML)

Preparation

No, fasting is not required for a free light chains urine test. However, you may need to collect a 24-hour urine sample. Explanation The free light chains urine test is a diagnostic tool for conditio
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Schedule Report

72 Hours

Emergency Report

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is fasting required for urine free light chains test?

No, fasting is not required. A 24-hour urine collection is preferred for accurate quantification.

How is the sample collected?

Collect all urine passed over 24 hours in the provided container. Keep it refrigerated and add the preservative packet if supplied.

What does an abnormal result indicate?

Elevated free light chains may suggest plasma cell disorders like multiple myeloma, light chain deposition disease, or chronic kidney disease.

How long does it take to get results?

Reports are typically available within 24-48 hours after sample receipt at our NABL-accredited lab in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Can medications affect the results?

Certain drugs like NSAIDs or contrast dyes may temporarily alter light chain excretion. Inform your doctor about all medications before testing.

Is stress a factor in free light chain levels?

Physical stress or acute illness can transiently increase light chain production, but chronic elevation warrants further investigation.

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Test Description

Free Light Chains Urine Examination A urine free light chains test measures the amount of free light chains in your urine. This test can help diagnose... Read more

Test Code

F18

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