Lab report names starting with K

Abbreviations

• KPotassiumPotassium is a mineral that helps your nerves, muscles and heart work. This test shows how much is in your blood.
• K/L ratioFree Kappa/Lambda Light Chain RatioCompares kappa with lambda free light chains. A lopsided ratio can be a clue to a plasma cell condition, but kidney disease also shifts it.
• k82Latex IgEMeasures IgE antibodies to natural rubber latex. A higher level means sensitization to latex, which doesn't always cause reactions.
• Kappa FLCFree Kappa Light Chains, SerumA small antibody piece (kappa type) made by plasma cells. It is read with lambda, the ratio and your kidney function.
• KCCTActivated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT)A clotting-time test that shows how many seconds your blood takes to clot, and is also used to monitor heparin treatment.
• KETUrine Ketones (Dipstick)A dipstick check for ketones, which your body makes when it burns fat for energy. Fasting, low-carb eating and illness can all raise it.
• KFTKidney Function Test (KFT / RFT)Lab panelIndian-style kidney panel that prints urea and BUN side by side, plus creatinine, uric acid, minerals and electrolytes.