ABSTRACT
Most patients with multiple myeloma or other monoclonal gammopathies present with anemia, hypercalcemia, or renal insufficiency. However, osteoporosis may be the first sign. Measuring the concentration and ratio of free light chains in the serum can help detect monoclonal gammopathy and help to differentiate myeloma-related bone loss from other secondary forms of osteoporosis.
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