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Smoldering Multiple Myeloma (SMM). Questions and Answers

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: May 31 7:40pm | Replies (118)
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I don't know. If they did I have no access to them and they were not discussed. Second opinion, not Mayo, recommends to begin treatment. What is that like? Still working full time and wondering about what arrangements to make for whether or not to teach.

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righty01 | @righty01 | May 3 6:22am

@rknicker

For Multiple Myeloma (MM), a FISH panel is a standard diagnostic tool used to identify specific genetic abnormalities that determine a patient's risk level and guide treatment choices. Because myeloma cells often don't divide well in the lab, FISH is preferred over traditional karyotyping for detecting these "hidden" genetic changes.

Might want to ask. Usually performed as part of your BMB.

Detects chromosome abnormalities that might put you at higher risk of progression to MM.

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