Serum Light Chain Ratio | Abnormal

An indicates that the balance between two types of proteins— kappa and lambda free light chains—is outside the standard range of roughly 0.26 to 1.65 . These proteins are produced by plasma cells to help your immune system fight infections.

Because the kidneys filter these proteins out of your blood, chronic kidney disease can lead to higher levels and slightly altered ratios. Abnormal Serum Light Chain Ratio

A rare condition where misfolded light chains build up in organs like the heart or kidneys. Typical Next Steps An indicates that the balance between two types