Multiple myeloma: Difference between revisions

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Additional findings are: a raised [[calcium]] (when myeloma cells are breaking down bone, releasing calcium into the bloodstream) and decreased [[renal function]] (due to [[amyloid]] of the [[kidney]]).

A [[bone marrow biopsy]] is required for a complete diagnosis. This shows over 10% plasma cells. [[Immunohistochemistry]] can confirm the plasma cell character of uncertain cells. [[Cytogenetics]] is generally not performed in myeloma, although particular abberationsaberrations have been reported (see below).

==Types==