Question

all of the following are typical lab findings with multiple myeloma except which? a) decreased serum calcium levels b) reversal of the a:g ratio c) bence jones proteins in the urine d) m - spike with serum protein electrophoresis

Explanation:

Multiple myeloma causes bone breakdown, leading to increased (not decreased) serum calcium. Reversed A:G ratio, Bence Jones proteins in urine, and M-spike on serum electrophoresis are all classic lab findings for this condition.

Answer:

A) decreased serum calcium levels