Sorry if this is a repeat. What is the significance of the kappa/lambda ratio if both numbers are in the normal range, but the ratio is high? For example:
Kappa free light chain level = 7
Lambda free light chain level =3
Kappa / lambda FLC ration = 2.something
Is this something to be worried about? Thanks.
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Re: Normal kappa & lambda FLC levels, high K/L ratio?
Hello,
It seems to me that at least part of the reason why you have a slightly elevated serum kappa to lambda ratio is because your serum lambda levels are just a tad under what is considered normal range. So, it does not appear to be something that may be worrisome, although as always, if you have a test result that raises questions for you, I would definitely ask your doctor for input.
Do the rest of your test results look normal?
It seems to me that at least part of the reason why you have a slightly elevated serum kappa to lambda ratio is because your serum lambda levels are just a tad under what is considered normal range. So, it does not appear to be something that may be worrisome, although as always, if you have a test result that raises questions for you, I would definitely ask your doctor for input.
Do the rest of your test results look normal?
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dnalex - Name: Alex N.
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