SPE patterns Flashcards
1
Q
Which proteins are made by the liver
A
-Albumin
-Alpha and beta globulins
2
Q
Polyclonal gammopathy
A
Broad based peak in beta and gamma globulins
Consistent with inflammation
3
Q
Monoclonal gammopathy
A
Tall narrow peak similar to albumin in gamma globulins
Myeloma, plasmacytoma, lymphoma, CLL
4
Q
Restricted polyclonal gammopathy
A
Peak superimposed on a wider polyclonal base usually IgG
From infectious agents like Ehrlichia or long standing inflammation
