Wednesday 03 July 2024
How is myeloma diagnosed?
Usually, when myeloma is suspected, you’ll be referred to a haematologist – a hospital doctor who specialises in the study of blood and blood-related disorders. The doctor will arrange for some tests and investigations to find out if you do have myeloma.
There are three main tests which doctors use to confirm a myeloma diagnosis, these are:
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