Prevalence of Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS) / Multiple Myeloma (MM) Among Unique Populations of Black People

Overview

This study is being done to screen for monoclonal gammopathies in people of East African descent. Monoclonal gammopathy is a condition where abnormal proteins are found in the blood, most commonly called monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance or MGUS. There is little information on the presence of this condition in people of East African descent. This study is being done to determine how this condition affects this population in order to better treat and/or prevent this condition in the future.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: I. To determine the prevalence of monoclonal gammopathies (MGUS, Smoldering and Multiple Myeloma) in people of East African descent in Minnesota. OUTLINE: This is an observational study. Participants undergo medical chart review and blood sample collection, as well as complete a questionnaire on study. Participants who test positive for MGUS are notified, along with their primary care physician, so that the necessary follow up and referral is provided as clinically indicated.

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