Bence Jones Protein

Question 1

What is the primary cause of proteinuria leading to the excretion of Bence Jones protein in individuals with multiple myeloma?

A) Elevated blood glucose levels
B) Increased serum protein levels
C) Low albumin levels
D) High creatinine levels

Answer 1

B) Increased serum protein levels

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true regarding Bence Jones Protein?

A) It is a type of enzyme found in the stomach.
B) It is a neurotransmitter involved in muscle contraction.
C) It is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland.
D) Serum contains markedly elevated levels of monoclonal immunoglobulin light chains.

Answer 2

D) Serum contains markedly elevated levels of monoclonal immunoglobulin light chains.

Question 3

Which diagnostic method is commonly used to detect Bence Jones Protein?

A) Blood culture
B) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
C) Serum electrophoresis and immunoelectrophoresis
D) Urinalysis

Answer 3

C) Serum electrophoresis and immunoelectrophoresis

Question 4

Which of the following statements accurately describes the behavior of Bence Jones Protein?

A) It remains turbid at all temperatures.
B) It is turbid between 40°C and 60°C but clear at 100°C.
C) It is clear at all temperatures.
D) It becomes turbid at temperatures below 40°C.

Answer 4

B) It is turbid between 40°C and 60°C but clear at 100°C.

Question 5

In renal proteinuria, true renal disease may be the result of either:
A) Only glomerular damage
B) Only tubular damage
C) Glomerular or tubular damage
D) Vascular damage

Answer 5

C) Glomerular or tubular damage