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7. Plasma Cell Neoplasms

Plasma cells are white blood cells, specifically B lymphocytes, that are created in the marrow and generate antibodies to fight infections. Plasma cell neoplasms occur when abnormal plasma cells grow out of control and not only form tumors, but create myeloma protein (M protein) in the process. M protein can thicken the blood and damage the kidneys.

What Are the Different Types and Treatments of Neoplasms? luismmolina / Getty Images

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