A number of laboratory tests are required in order to assist in diagnosing<unk> . Blood and urine samples are collected for evaluation of kidney and liver function and determination of the presence of a monoclonal protein. Imaging studies such as echocardiography and an ultrasound of the abdomen will be performed. A CT scan, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or positron emission tomography (PET) may also be indicated. In patients with<unk> , a biopsy of the affected organ will show deposited<unk>  chains. A bone marrow biopsy will be done in order to rule out multiple myeloma.
Light chain deposition disease
Heavy chain disease
AL amyloidosis
Familial renal amyloidosis
AA amyloidosis
IgG4-related disease
Thin basement membrane disease
HIV-associated nephropathy