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The normal value of beta-2 microglobulin is less than 2 mg/L. The test is used as a tumor marker for some blood cell cancers. Some severe infections, viral infections, inflammatory conditions, and autoimmune disorders can elevate this level.
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What is Beta2-microglobulin?
Beta2-microglobulin is a protein found on the surface of many cells. Testing is done primarily when evaluating a person for certain kinds of cancer affecting white blood cells.
What are the normal results of a Beta2 microglobulin test?
Serum: less than or equ to 2.7 g/ml . Urine: less than 1 mg 24 hours 0-160 g/L
What are the normal results of a Beta2-microglobulin test?
Serum: less than or equ to 2.7 g/ml . Urine: less than 1 mg 24 hours 0-160 g/L
What are the symptoms of fanconi?
excessive urine production and urination; excessive thirst; dehydration; constipation; anorexia nervosa; vomiting; elevated levels of glucose, phosphate, calcium, uric acid, amino acids, and protein (especially beta2-microglobulin.
What are the symptoms of Fanconi's syndrome?
excessive urine production and urination; excessive thirst; dehydration; constipation; anorexia nervosa; vomiting; elevated levels of glucose, phosphate, calcium, uric acid, amino acids, and protein (especially beta2-microglobulin.
What are Beta2-microglobulin tests used for?
Testing is done primarily when evaluating a person for certain kinds of cancer affecting white blood cells including chronic lymphocytic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and multiple myeloma or kidney disease.
What preparation is required for Beta2-microglobulin tests?
The blood test requires 5 mL of blood.Urine may be a single collection or collected throughout a 24-hour time period. The urine should be refrigerated until it is brought to the laboratory and must not become acidic.
What aftercare is associate with Beta2-microglobulin tests?
Discomfort or bruising may occur at the puncture site or the person may feel dizzy or faint. Pressure to the puncture site until the bleeding stops reduces bruising. Warm packs on the puncture site relieve discomfort.
What is an abnormal result of a Beta2-microglobulin test?
The meaning of an abnormal result varies with the clinical condition of the person tested.with multiple myeloma, a higher level means a poorer prognosis than a lower level.with kidney disease, an increased blood level means the problem is tubular.
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There are three types of bronchodilators: Beta2 agonists, anticholinergic agents, and theophylline and its derivatives
Beta-2-microglobulin and Non Hodgkins Lymphoma?
What does it mean when your Beta-2-Microglobulin scores go up to 3210. I have been treated for Large B cell Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma in 2005. Now my score has jumped up. I see the Doctor next Tuesday for my 6 month check.
