bence jones proteinuria

Bence-Jones proteinuria is the presence of light-chain renal toxic paraproteins, Bence-Jones proteins, in the urine. These functionless light chain proteins represent fragments of antibodies produced by B lymphocytes. Their increased occurrence often indicates malignant proliferation of B lymphocytes. What is Bence-Jones proteinuria? In Bence-Jones proteinuria, so-called Bence-Jones proteins are excreted in the urine. Bence-Jones proteins … Bence-Jones Proteinuria: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment