Optimization of workflow and screening panels for the detection of malignant monoclonal gammopathies

Abstract

Multiple myeloma (MM) is one of the hematologic malignancies with a greater delay in diagnosis. Laboratories receive numerous MM screening test requests without a specific suspicion, which entails a substantial workload and reduces the efficiency of laboratories. Objective: to increase the efficacy of MM screening protocols.

Keywords

• multiple myeloma
• screening algorithm
• workload