#169 MGUS to Multiple Myeloma Diagnostics and Counseling: 5 Pearls Segment

SPEP vs. UPEP? What does it tell you and not tell you? What is the role for immunofixation and free light chains in diagnosis? Learn about paraneoplastic antibodies with MGCS and its renal, neurologic, and dermatologic manifestations!Sponsor: Freed is an AI scribe that listens and writes your note in < 30 seconds. Freed learns your style over time and is HIPAA compliant! Use the code CORE50 to get 50% off your first month with Freed🔹 This episode is also sponsored by Factor! Get fresh, ready-made meals delivered to your door. Use the code factorpodcast for a special discount at factor75.com.Behind The Scenes Youtube Interview with Dr. Vincent Rajkumar Transcript and Show NotesTimestamps:(01:26) | Pearl 1: What is a monoclonal gammopathy? What is our expected clinical presentation?(10:12) | Pearl 2: What is our initial workup? Understanding SPEP, Immunofixation, and Free Light Chains(24:13) | Pearl 3: Do we need urine testing? When urine testing is necessary and when it is not.(26:26) | Pearl 4: How should we differentiate monoclonal gammopathies? The continuum of MGUS, SMM, and MM.(41:35) | Pearl 5: Demystifying Monoclonal gammopathy of clinical significance (MGCS)Tags: CoreIM, Internal Medicine, ClinicalPearls, Medical Education, IMCore, hospitalist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, medical student, internal medicineFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out CovePure and use my code CovePure.com/coreim for a great deal: https://covepure.com* Check out ElevenReader and use my code PODCAST for a great deal: https://elevenreader.io* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code COREIM at https://branchbasics.com/COREIM #branchbasicspod Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy