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Beta Microglobulin

by WeatherNurse13 on Thu Nov 21, 2013 6:22 pm

How important is the beta microglobulin II test/results after reaching a complete response?

WeatherNurse13
Name: Gracie
Who do you know with myeloma?: Self
When were you/they diagnosed?: 10/2012
Age at diagnosis: 49
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Re: Beta Microglobulin

by Multibilly on Sat Nov 23, 2013 7:51 am

I'm curious why you are asking? Beta-2 microglobulin is an important prognostic indicator to monitor in those with plasma cell disorders and is also used in the ISS staging of myeloma. Are your current levels normal? If you are in CR (congrats if you are), I would think you would want to continue monitoring the Beta-2 level as part of your ongoing tests.

Multibilly
Name: Multibilly
Who do you know with myeloma?: Me
When were you/they diagnosed?: Smoldering, Nov, 2012
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Re: Beta Microglobulin

by WeatherNurse13 on Wed Dec 18, 2013 3:13 am

I haven't had many Beta Micoglobulin tests drawn.Just wondererd if they were used just for the diagnosis or if they were used for monitoring after SCT and remission. My initial test was over 7.0. I did have a complete response and remain cancer free at this time. I will get one drawn at my next visit. Thanks for your response.

WeatherNurse13
Name: Gracie
Who do you know with myeloma?: Self
When were you/they diagnosed?: 10/2012
Age at diagnosis: 49
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