Episode 27 - In The Lab: Electrophoresis, Immunoelectrophoresis and Serum Free Light Chain Assays
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Electrophoresis in Myeloma Diagnosis
This chapter explores the critical role of plasma cell percentages and the technique of electrophoresis in diagnosing conditions through bone marrow analysis. It elaborates on the movement of proteins in gels, the interpretation of resulting electrophoretograms, and the identification of specific protein bands that indicate various medical conditions. The conversation further highlights the relationship between immunology and electrophoresis, detailing advanced techniques in detecting paraproteins and the historical context of relevant proteins in myeloma diagnosis.
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