Eurofins Biomnis code

KAPPU

Synonyms

• Kappa - Bence Jones
• Kappa Bence Jones

Specialty

Haematology

Clinical significance

The urine kappa light chain assay is used to quantify kappa Bence Jones proteins (BJP) which are kappa type monoclonal free light chains. These BJP occur in cases of myeloma.

Preanalytics

• 1 tube(s) :
• 24hr Urine collection
•   Reftrigerated

• A tube specifically for this analysis : No

Further information

Please ensure to indicate the clinical context and if available the result from the serum immunofixation

Specific equipment available

• Tube for urine sample (4mL)-T28

Methodology

Immuno turbidimetry

Turnaround time

1 day