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Test Code KLFLC Kappa/Lambda Free Light Chains

Clinical Indications

Used to monitor Mulitple Myeloma.

Additional Test Codes

Epic Order Name: Kappa/Lambda Free Light Chains
Sunquest Order Code: KLFLC
Epic Px Code: LAB2240

Specimen Collection Type

Preferred: Gold
Acceptable: Red

Minimum Collection Volume

1 mL Serum

Reference Range

Kappa free light chains: 0.33-1.94 mg/dL
Lambda free light chains: 0.57-2.63 mg/dL

Critical Value

N/A

Interpretation

N/A

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis

Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing

2 days

Specimen Stability

21 days refrigerated
6 months frozen

Day(s) Performed

Monday-Friday

Performing Lab- Department

TUKHS-BH-SPECIAL CHEMISTRY

CPT Code

83883

LOINC Code

57778-3

Test Alias

Free Light Chains
FLC
Serum Free Light Chains

Additional Information / Notes

Normal Kappa/Lambda Ratio: 0.26 to 1.65