Free Light Chains
General Information
Lab Name
Free Light Chains
Lab Code
FLC
Epic Name
Free Light Chains
Synonyms
Gammopathy, Kappa free light chain, Kappa/Lambda Free Light Chain Ratio, Kappa/Lambda ratio, Lambda free light chain, MGUS, Multiple myeloma, Myeloma, Serum free light chain
Components
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| KFLC | Kappa Free Light Chain |
| LFLC | Lambda Free Light Chain |
| KLR | Kappa/Lambda FLC Ratio |
Interpretation
Method
Binding Site immunoassay performed on Optilite turbidometer. Patient results determined by assays using different manufacturers or methods may not be comparable.
Reference Range
See individual components
Guidelines
Ordering & Collection
Specimen Type
Collection
3 mL blood in RED TOP or SST tube
Quantity
requested: 1 mL serum
minimum: 0.5 mL serum
Processing
Refrigerate serum
Stability: Refrigerate up to 21 days, freeze for longer storage. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles
Performance
LIS Dept Code
Immunology (IMM)
Performing Location(s)
| UW-MT |
Immunology
206-520-4600 Clinical Lab, Room NW220, |
|---|
Frequency
Monday-Friday
Available STAT?
No