The Online Meeting addressed laboratory practices aimed at promoting greater confidence in the interpretation of results.
The free class promoted by Controllab, “Paraproteinemias and Monoclonal Gammopathies: A Practical Laboratory Approach” is now available.
The session was delivered by Dr. Gustavo Loureiro, a clinical pathologist, PhD from UNIFESP, working in special biochemistry at Grupo Fleury, with extensive experience in monoclonal gammopathies, electrophoresis, immunofixation, and specialized medical consulting.
What was covered in the class?
During his presentation, Dr. Gustavo Loureiro discussed the challenges of laboratory investigation of paraproteinemias. He emphasized the importance of recognizing patterns in test results, selecting the most appropriate analyses, and interpreting findings in an integrated manner, always considering the limitations of each method.
The main tests used in this context were also presented, including serum and urine protein electrophoresis, immunofixation, free light chain measurement, and evaluation of Bence Jones proteinuria. Aspects related to sensitivity, limitations, and the rational combination of laboratory tests were also addressed.
The specialist also highlighted the recommendation to perform immunofixation whenever there is diagnostic uncertainty or suspicion of a monoclonal component in different regions of electrophoresis.
He further emphasized the importance of understanding the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms and correlating laboratory findings with the clinical context. He also noted that the presence of a monoclonal component alone does not define a neoplastic disease.
Finally, mass spectrometry was cited as a promising technology for detecting monoclonal proteins with high sensitivity.
What do participants say about the class?
Participants highlighted the clarity and teaching approach of the training, along with relevant content. The practical focus facilitates application in routine laboratory work, contributing to safer decisions and improved processes.
Watch the recorded session
It is worth noting that live participation allows you to clarify questions about the topic and ensures your certificate of participation, which is essential for demonstrating professional development.
On the Online Meeting page, it is also possible to watch recordings of all classes promoted by Controllab.
