BENCE-JONES PROTEIN; BJP

What this test checks

Detects Bence-Jones protein in urine — a marker of multiple myeloma and related plasma cell disorders.

Why do people get this test?

Used in diagnosis and monitoring of multiple myeloma.

When you should consider this test

• Suspected multiple myeloma
• Unexplained bone pain in older adults
• Specialist requested

How to prepare

Urine sample — collect as instructed.