Tests for Diagnosing Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is often diagnosed based on tests, the patient’s symptoms and the doctor’s physical exam of the patient. A diagnosis of multiple myeloma requires either:
A plasma cell tumor (proven by biopsy) OR at least 10% plasma cells in the bone marrow AND
At least one of the following CRAB criteria:
High blood Calcium level (greater than 0.25 mmol/L)
Poor Renal function with creatinine greater than 2mg/dL
Anemia with red blood cell counts lower…