★ Hematologic / Agent Orange
AL Amyloidosis VA Rating
Agent Orange presumptive (38 CFR § 3.309(e)); rated by affected organ system
Overview
AL (light-chain) amyloidosis causes misfolded protein deposits that damage organs.
Total disability rating is built from each affected organ — cardiac under § 4.104, renal under § 4.115a, etc.
How to Establish Service Connection
- Presumptive: Agent Orange.
- Direct service connection where exposure is documented.
Rating Criteria
Paraphrased from Agent Orange presumptive (38 CFR § 3.309(e)); rated by affected organ system
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Variable | Rated on each affected organ; combined under § 4.25. |
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Evidence Checklist
- Tissue biopsy with Congo red staining.
- Cardiac MRI / echo.
- Renal labs.
- Exposure documentation.
Common Secondary Conditions
Conditions frequently service-connected as secondary to AL Amyloidosis:
Frequently Asked Questions
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Educational content only — not legal advice and not medical advice. Rating criteria on this page are summarized in plain English from 38 CFR Part 4; consult VA.gov or the current Code of Federal Regulations for official criteria. This page provides general education about how the VA rates this condition; it is not individualized advice, does not establish a representation relationship, and should not be used to self-diagnose, self-treat, or decide a course of action without speaking to a qualified clinician and a VA-accredited representative. Outcomes depend on each veteran's individual facts, evidence, and the adjudicator's judgment; no specific rating, effective date, or other result is guaranteed. Oakridge Claims is a private business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs.