Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD35159Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Kappa Lambda Light Chains, Total, Serum
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Serum protein electrophoresis (SPE) separates serum proteins into fractions—Albumin, Alpha‑1, Alpha‑2, Beta‑1, Beta‑2, and Gamma. Interpreting changes across these can aid in diagnosing protein abnormalities including monoclonal gammopathies. Measuring kappa and lambda light chains (total) and their ratio provides further diagnostic insight into disorders such as monoclonal gammopathies and multiple myeloma.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Automated Analyzer)
Biomarkers
10 targets
AlbuminAlpha‑1 GlobulinAlpha‑2 GlobulinBeta‑1 GlobulinBeta‑2 GlobulinGamma GlobulinKappa Light Chains, TotalKappa/Lambda Ratio+2 more
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
1.6 mL
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis, grossly lipemic, grossly icteric, plasma
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |