Location
gurugram
Search

Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138

discountup to 50% off
Home
arrow
Tests
arrow
Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138
background
discountup to 50% off

Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138, in Delhi

Book Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 in Pitampura, Delhi at GetVisit. The CD138 test looks for a protein called CD138 on cells in a tissue sample. NABL-accredited labs in Pitampura and Vasant Kunj, home collection, same-day results and cashless OPD.

centreCentre Visit
SAMPLE TYPE
Tissue
FASTING REQUIRED
No
GENDER
Male/Female
GET REPORTS IN
28 hours
TEST INCLUDED
1
customers
20K+Customers
certified
CertifiedLabs
rating
4.5+Rating
proven
ProvenAccuracy

What is a Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 Test in Delhi ?

What is Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138?

The CD138 test looks for a protein called CD138 on cells in a tissue sample. CD138 is commonly found on plasma cells, the immune cells that make antibodies. Physical examination provides clues; a test result removes ambiguity and allows targeted, evidence-based management to begin promptly.

What does Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 measure?

Detecting CD138 helps pathologists identify and count plasma cells. This is important when doctors suspect plasma cell disorders like multiple myeloma or plasmacytoma. The test also helps distinguish plasma cells from other cell types in tumors. Results guide diagnosis, staging, treatment decisions, and monitoring of disease over time.

What symptoms suggest Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 may be needed?

A doctor may recommend Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 when a patient reports any symptom your doctor has identified as requiring objective laboratory investigation , including unexplained fatigue, unexplained weight change, persistent pain, fever, or abnormal bleeding. Sample collection for Delhi is available at labs and at home across Paschim Vihar, Uttam Nagar, and surrounding neighbourhoods.

How is Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 performed?

This test is performed on a swab or fluid sample collected by a trained healthcare professional, not on a routine blood draw. Collection is quick and done at a GetVisit-partnered lab or collection point in Paschim Vihar or Uttam Nagar, Delhi, after which the sample is dispatched to the NABL-accredited lab for processing.

How accurate is Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138?

Samples collected in Paschim Vihar or Uttam Nagar, Delhi are processed at NABL-accredited labs using validated methods and internal quality control. Accuracy depends on correct collection technique by a trained professional, which GetVisit's partnered centres follow. Reports are accepted by hospitals, specialists, and insurers across India.

Are there any risks to Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138?

Risk is minimal. Swab, sputum, or fluid collection by a trained professional in Paschim Vihar or Uttam Nagar, Delhi may cause brief, mild discomfort but no lasting effects. Any specific precaution for your test will be explained at the collection centre.

Did you know?

Positive CD138 means the tissue expresses syndecan‑1, a marker of plasma cells.

Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 Test Preparation in Delhi

Diet and fasting:

There is no need to skip food or drink for this test. Staying well hydrated beforehand simply makes the sample easier to collect.

What to carry:

Bring your doctor's prescription, a valid photo ID, and your insurance card if you're using cashless OPD. Loose sleeves make collection easier.

Medication guidance:

There's usually no need to stop your regular medication; just let the staff know what you take.

When to book:

An early slot works best, especially for fasting tests. Home collection is available across Karol Bagh, Rohini, and the rest of Delhi.

Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 Test Parameters in Delhi

Single standalone test:

Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

Why Take a Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 Test in Delhi ?

When does a doctor order Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138?

Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 is used as part of an immunohistochemistry panel on biopsy or bone marrow specimens to identify plasma cells. Doctors order it when patients have symptoms like unexplained fatigue, bone pain, recurrent infections, anemia, or abnormal blood tests.

Who should get Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 done in Delhi?

Delhi's 30+ million population, India's most severe urban air pollution, one of the country's highest combined diabetes and cardiovascular disease burdens, extreme seasonal temperature range (from 3°C in January to 48°C in May), and monsoon infection risk across Dwarka, Rohini, Shahdara, and Uttam Nagar make regular preventive diagnostic testing an essential part of health management for all city residents. Those who benefit most from Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 include patients with recurrent or treatment-resistant infections, suspicious lesions, or symptoms that routine blood tests have not explained. A precise sample-based diagnosis in Delhi allows treatment to be matched exactly to the cause.

What conditions can Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 help diagnose?

It helps diagnose and monitor conditions such as multiple myeloma, plasmacytoma, or reactive plasmacytosis. Abnormal results usually reflect increased plasma cells from disease rather than lifestyle, and a family history of blood cancers may prompt earlier testing.

What do Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 results mean?

Higher or positive results: Positive CD138 means the tissue expresses syndecan‑1, a marker of plasma cells. Your doctor reads the value against the reference range on your report and your symptoms, and may repeat a borderline result to confirm it.

How often should Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 be repeated?

For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.

What happens after Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 results are ready?

Once your results appear in your GetVisit profile, discuss them with your doctor or a GetVisit-verified specialist. Your doctor will interpret each value in the context of your full health history, current medications, and symptoms, and advise on the next step: lifestyle change, repeat testing, medication adjustment, or specialist referral. All GetVisit reports are stored permanently and can be shared with any doctor instantly.

H

How to Book a Test ?

Search & Add Test

Search by test names and add it to your cart

step-image
arrow-right

Select a Lab

Choose your preferred labs from top trusted partners

step-image
arrow-right

Select Date & Slot

Select a convenient date and time for your test

step-image
arrow-right

Pay & Book

Make payment and get confirmation within 2 hours

step-image

Frequently asked questions

For any unanswered questions, reach out to our support team via email. We will assist you as soon as possible

What does a positive CD138 mean?plus

Positive CD138 means the tissue expresses syndecan‑1, a marker of plasma cells. It supports plasma‑cell differentiation and helps diagnose plasma‑cell neoplasms (for example, multiple myeloma or plasmacytoma) or reactive plasma‑cell infiltrates. Some epithelial tumors can also show CD138, so interpretation requires correlation with morphology and additional markers. It is detected by immunohistochemistry and typically stains membrane and cytoplasm.

What does CD138 positive in plasma cells mean?plus

CD138 positive in plasma cells means the cells express the surface proteoglycan CD138 (syndecan‑1), identifying them as differentiated plasma cells. Pathologists use CD138 immunostaining or flow cytometry to detect and quantify normal or abnormal plasma cells and to help diagnose plasma‑cell disorders (e.g. multiple myeloma), often alongside light‑chain restriction and other markers. CD138 also mediates cell adhesion.

How to interpret CD138 results?plus

CD138 is an immunostain for plasma cells. Positive CD138 highlights plasma cell numbers in marrow or tissue; increased CD138+ cells indicate plasma‑cell proliferation. Interpret percentage and clonality: small, scattered CD138+ cells may be reactive; a clonal expansion (assessed by kappa/lambda or flow) with ≥10% marrow plasma cells suggests a plasma‑cell disorder, while ≥60% clonal cells is myeloma‑defining. Correlate with morphology, labs, and imaging.

How do you treat CD138 positive patients?plus

CD138 positivity usually indicates a plasma‑cell malignancy (e.g. multiple myeloma). Management begins with confirmation (bone‑marrow biopsy, imaging, cytogenetics) and risk stratification. Treatment commonly uses combination systemic therapy (proteasome inhibitors, IMiDs, corticosteroids ± monoclonal antibodies), autologous stem‑cell transplant for eligible patients, and supportive measures (bisphosphonates, infection and thrombosis prophylaxis). Close monitoring and individualized plans are essential.

Can Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 be combined with a health package?plus

Yes. Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138 can be booked on its own or as part of a broader preventive health package on GetVisit, which often works out more cost-effective. You can choose either option before payment.

Can I take my diabetes medication before Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138?plus

If you take insulin or diabetes tablets and are fasting for Plasma Cell / Multiple Marker : CD 138, ask your doctor whether to delay the dose until after the sample is collected, to avoid a low-sugar episode.

Visit Health Experience

End-to-end care delivered at the right time through our nationwide network

5,000+

Hospitals/Clinics

Tick India's most trusted health centres
Tick Optional 'You Book, Visit Pays' feature
Tick Cashless coverage from metro to rural
Visit Health Logo
Hospitals/Clinics

65,000+

Doctors & Specialists

Tick Priority access & same-day care
Tick Cashless in 1250+ cities
Tick Custom doctor onboarding
Doctors & Specialists
Doctors & Specialists

7,800+

Diagnostics Partners

Tick NABL-accredited labs
Tick Hassle-free sample collection
Tick Seamless report & prescription tracking
Diagnostics Partners
Diagnostics Partners

19,000+

Pharmacy Delivery Pincodes

Tick Home delivery & store pickup options
Tick End-to-end order tracking
Tick Auto-refills for regular medications
Pharmacy Delivery Pincodes
Pharmacy Delivery Pincodes

Your Care, Our Commitment!

More than 12,000 people trust us with their health

starstarstarstarstar

The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Laxmi Nagar. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.

Nidhi Shukla

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor said the report was thorough and well-formatted. Part of my annual preventive health check. Booked a 7 AM slot before my Metro commute in Defence Colony. Everything was within the normal range which was a relief. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.

Simranjit Singh

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Part of my annual preventive health check. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. GetVisit had a lab within walking distance of my sector in GK-1. Reference ranges were highlighted which made it easy to read. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Saurabh Mishra

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Staying on top of my health since I turned 40. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Hauz Khas. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Great service, especially given Delhi's busy lifestyle.

Sharmila Das

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Routine monitoring, I do a comprehensive panel every year. The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Paschim Vihar. No long queues and no confusion. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. Will definitely return for my next round of tests.

Aamir Qureshi

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Gurugram. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.

Virender Hooda

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit listed several accredited labs near me so I could pick the best in Gurugram. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rehana Mahmood

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

This test had been pending for a while and I finally got it done. Booked online through GetVisit with no phone calls required in Gurugram. In and out in fifteen minutes. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Manju Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit showed the prices upfront before I even selected a lab in Janakpuri. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My doctor said it was one of the most clearly formatted reports he had seen. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Bhupinder Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Model Town. The team followed proper protocols throughout. Got the digital report faster than expected. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rajiv Menon

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Laxmi Nagar. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.

Nidhi Shukla

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor said the report was thorough and well-formatted. Part of my annual preventive health check. Booked a 7 AM slot before my Metro commute in Defence Colony. Everything was within the normal range which was a relief. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.

Simranjit Singh

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Part of my annual preventive health check. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. GetVisit had a lab within walking distance of my sector in GK-1. Reference ranges were highlighted which made it easy to read. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Saurabh Mishra

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Staying on top of my health since I turned 40. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Hauz Khas. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Great service, especially given Delhi's busy lifestyle.

Sharmila Das

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Routine monitoring, I do a comprehensive panel every year. The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Paschim Vihar. No long queues and no confusion. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. Will definitely return for my next round of tests.

Aamir Qureshi

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Gurugram. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.

Virender Hooda

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit listed several accredited labs near me so I could pick the best in Gurugram. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rehana Mahmood

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

This test had been pending for a while and I finally got it done. Booked online through GetVisit with no phone calls required in Gurugram. In and out in fifteen minutes. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Manju Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit showed the prices upfront before I even selected a lab in Janakpuri. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My doctor said it was one of the most clearly formatted reports he had seen. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Bhupinder Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Model Town. The team followed proper protocols throughout. Got the digital report faster than expected. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rajiv Menon

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Laxmi Nagar. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.

Nidhi Shukla

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor said the report was thorough and well-formatted. Part of my annual preventive health check. Booked a 7 AM slot before my Metro commute in Defence Colony. Everything was within the normal range which was a relief. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.

Simranjit Singh

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Part of my annual preventive health check. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. GetVisit had a lab within walking distance of my sector in GK-1. Reference ranges were highlighted which made it easy to read. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Saurabh Mishra

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Staying on top of my health since I turned 40. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Hauz Khas. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Great service, especially given Delhi's busy lifestyle.

Sharmila Das

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Routine monitoring, I do a comprehensive panel every year. The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Paschim Vihar. No long queues and no confusion. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. Will definitely return for my next round of tests.

Aamir Qureshi

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Gurugram. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.

Virender Hooda

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit listed several accredited labs near me so I could pick the best in Gurugram. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rehana Mahmood

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

This test had been pending for a while and I finally got it done. Booked online through GetVisit with no phone calls required in Gurugram. In and out in fifteen minutes. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Manju Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit showed the prices upfront before I even selected a lab in Janakpuri. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My doctor said it was one of the most clearly formatted reports he had seen. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Bhupinder Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Model Town. The team followed proper protocols throughout. Got the digital report faster than expected. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rajiv Menon

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Laxmi Nagar. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Trustworthy, professional, and convenient.

Nidhi Shukla

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor said the report was thorough and well-formatted. Part of my annual preventive health check. Booked a 7 AM slot before my Metro commute in Defence Colony. Everything was within the normal range which was a relief. Saved me time and the hassle of going to a big hospital for a routine test.

Simranjit Singh

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Part of my annual preventive health check. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. GetVisit had a lab within walking distance of my sector in GK-1. Reference ranges were highlighted which made it easy to read. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Saurabh Mishra

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Staying on top of my health since I turned 40. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a morning slot before office in Hauz Khas. The staff at the collection centre were professional and made me comfortable. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Great service, especially given Delhi's busy lifestyle.

Sharmila Das

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Routine monitoring, I do a comprehensive panel every year. The whole thing was done from my phone sitting at home in Paschim Vihar. No long queues and no confusion. No need to visit the lab again to collect a paper copy. Will definitely return for my next round of tests.

Aamir Qureshi

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Gurugram. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly before starting. The test confirmed exactly what my doctor had suspected. No complaints at all. Smooth experience from start to finish.

Virender Hooda

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit listed several accredited labs near me so I could pick the best in Gurugram. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. In and out in fifteen minutes. The values were accurate and my doctor could act on them immediately. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rehana Mahmood

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

This test had been pending for a while and I finally got it done. Booked online through GetVisit with no phone calls required in Gurugram. In and out in fifteen minutes. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My treatment plan was updated based on this result. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Manju Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

GetVisit showed the prices upfront before I even selected a lab in Janakpuri. My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My doctor said it was one of the most clearly formatted reports he had seen. Much better than standing in line at a hospital lab.

Bhupinder Antil

Delhi

starstarstarstarstar

My doctor thought it was a good idea and I agreed. Found GetVisit online and the booking was done in under two minutes in Model Town. The team followed proper protocols throughout. Got the digital report faster than expected. Five stars. Everything went smoothly.

Rajiv Menon

Delhi