What is myeloma? What are plasma cells?
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Myeloma is a type of blood cancer that develops from cells in the bone marrow called plasma cells. Bone marrow is the spongy tissue found inside the inner part of some of our large bones. The bone marrow produces different types of blood cells.
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Plasma cells are part of the immune system. Normal plasma cells make proteins called antibodies. These antibodies are also called immunoglobulins.The plasma cells make antibodies when the body responds to infections. They make different antibodies for different infections. Antibodies attack and help to kill bacteria and viruses and so protect us from infections. |
Myeloma UK
Myeloma UK have provided the following links to some very useful information and resources:
Nurse education
Early diagnosis - predominantly aimed at primary care, but may be useful for AOS teams
All of these and more are available on Myeloma Academy, the Myeloma UK site for HCP education |
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