Annals of Clinical and Laboratory Science, Vol 6, Issue 1, 38-46
Copyright © 1976 by Association of Clinical Scientists
Bence jones proteins: nature, metabolism, detection and significance
MJ Deegan
The nature of Bence Jones proteins is developed by a review of the pertinent literature. This is followed by a discussion of their metabolism and catabolism under normal and abnormal clinical conditions. Various methods for the detection of Bence Jones proteins are critically reviewed and the significance of these proteins in various disorders is assessed.