Clinical Diagnostics in Detection of Monoclonal Gammopathies

Course overview

This presentation will provide a general overview of common plasma cell dyscrasias and their clinical presentations. It will also provide an explanation of various diagnostic methodologies for detecting, characterizing, and monitoring monoclonal gammopathies. In addition, results interpretation and the clinical significance of laboratory findings will be addressed. Learning Objectives: Differentiate common diseases associated with monoclonal gammopathy based on clinical and diagnostic findings; Describe the principles of monoclonal gammopathy detection and characterization, and the utility of testing to the clinician; Interpret results and evaluate their clinical significance in monoclonal gammopathy