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Scenario 24 - multiple myeloma Flashcards

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How might calcium investigations reveal multiple myeloma?

A

High Ca2+
ALP normal
PTH low
Together with BACKACHE

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Why is ALP normal in multiple myeloma?

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Hyperproliferating plasma cells suppress osteoblasts (which produce ALP)

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Recall the mnemonic for the signs of multiple myeloma

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CRAB
Calcium high
Renal impairment
Anaemia
Bone
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Recall 2 tests used to diagnose multiple myeloma

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IgG

Urinary Bence-Jones protein

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