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What Does This Kappa/lambda Ratio Indicate?
Question: I had a kappa/lambda ratio of 2.42 in 2/2015. Now it is 2.72. No M-Spike noted. Doctor wants me to see a hematologist. Thank you for your opinion on why he wants me to see hematologist.
Brief Answer:
Hi i would recommend the following mam-
Detailed Answer:
Hello mam
I did review your concern.
Certainly a k/l ratio above 1.65 needs monitoring.
This can increase with aging in people due to plasma cell problems and needs a primary evaluation with a hematologist to rule out.
It necessarily does not mean anything imminently serious, but just out of caution a visit to hematologist is advised.
Have you noticed any problems recently like bone pain, swelling, fatigue, weight loss or any other issues?
Let me know the answer and also if you have any more questions or concerns,
Hope this helps
Wish you all the best mam.
sincerely,
Dr Parth Desai
Hi i would recommend the following mam-
Detailed Answer:
Hello mam
I did review your concern.
Certainly a k/l ratio above 1.65 needs monitoring.
This can increase with aging in people due to plasma cell problems and needs a primary evaluation with a hematologist to rule out.
It necessarily does not mean anything imminently serious, but just out of caution a visit to hematologist is advised.
Have you noticed any problems recently like bone pain, swelling, fatigue, weight loss or any other issues?
Let me know the answer and also if you have any more questions or concerns,
Hope this helps
Wish you all the best mam.
sincerely,
Dr Parth Desai
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