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Biomarkers · Chemical

Kappa/Lambda Ratio,S

Primary unit
Ratio
LOINC codes
48378-4
Tests that measure Kappa/Lambda Ratio,S
Labcorp 4, Quest Diagnostics 3

Ranges

Each lab publishes a reference range for the population groups it tests, usually the middle 95% of results. These intervals describe that population, not an optimal or healthy target. How ranges differ

Quest Diagnostics, Kappa/Lambda Light Chains, Free with Ratio 11234

PopulationInterval
Kappa Light Chain, Free, Serum3.3-19.4 mg/L
Lambda Light Chain, Free, Serum5.7-26.3 mg/L
Kappa/Lambda Light Chains Free with Ratio, Serum0.26-1.65

Quest Diagnostics test catalog, 11234

Tests

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Labcorp 4 tests

Panels that include this biomarker

  • Free κ and λ Light Chains Plus Ratio, Quantitative 121137

    3 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 1 - 3 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    Turbidimetric
    Collection
    Sample should be allowed to clot and the serum separated as soon as possible to prevent hemolysis. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
    Reference notes
    • Free κ light chains: 3.3−19.4 mg/L • Free λ light chains: 5.7−26.3 mg/L • κ:λ free light chain ratio: 0.26−1.65
    Labcorp catalog page

  • Free κ and λ Light Chains Plus Ratio, Quantitative (Serial Monitor) 121155

    3 analytes · Specimen not stated · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 1 - 4 days

    Labcorp catalog page

  • Protein Electrophoresis, Serum and Quantitative Free κ and λ Light Chains (FLC) Plus Ratio, Serum 121210

    11 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 3 - 5 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    Protein electrophoresis: agarose media; free κ and λ light chains: turbidimetric quantitation
    Collection
    Sample should be allowed to clot and the serum separated as soon as possible to prevent hemolysis.
    Labcorp catalog page

  • Immunofixation (IFE), Serum, Protein Electrophoresis (PE), Serum, and Quantitative Free κ and λ Light Chains (FLC) Plus Ratio, Serum 120256

    14 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 3 - 5 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    Electrophoresis followed by immunodiffusion against monospecific antisera to immunoglobulin and individual heavy and light chains (IFE); protein electrophoresis on agarose media; turbidimetric quantitation of IgA, IgG, and IgM; turbidimetric quantitation of free κ and λ light chains
    Preparation
    Overnight fasting is preferred but not required.
    Collection
    Sample should be allowed to clot and the serum separated as soon as possible to prevent hemolysis.
    Labcorp catalog page

Quest Diagnostics 3 tests

Panels that include this biomarker

  • Kappa/Lambda Light Chains, Free with Ratio 11234

    3 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated · Turnaround Set up: Mon-Fri (Day shift)

    Method and collection
    Method
    Immunoturbidimetric
    Quest Diagnostics catalog page

  • Myeloma Detection Panel, Basic 38479

    4 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated

    Method and collection
    Method
    See individual tests
    Preparation
    Overnight fasting is preferred
    Reference notes
    See individual tests
    Quest Diagnostics catalog page

  • Myeloma Detection Panel, Comprehensive 38480

    6 analytes · Serum · Fasting not stated

    Method and collection
    Method
    See individual tests
    Preparation
    Overnight fasting is preferred
    Reference notes
    See individual tests
    Quest Diagnostics catalog page

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