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Beta 2 microglobulin
EPIC
Beta 2 microglobulin
Section
Immunology
Clinical indications
Used to monitor B cell malignancy. High cell turnover in myeloma results in raised serum concentrations and renal dysfunction will result in serum retention. Measurement indirectly reflects tumour mass, growth rate and renal function
Specimen requirement
1ml serum / serum gel
Dispatch and handling instructions
Sent to Royal London
Turnaround time
21 days
Synonym
Not applicable
Is it IS0 15189 accredited?
Yes