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Immunofixation Electrophoresis
Order Code: UIFE
Order Form: Immunopathology Requisition
Specimen:
Urine
Collection Medium:
Urine - Random urine container
Minimum:
25 ml; random urine
Testing
Schedule:
Bi-weekly (Tues and Fri) - Batch analysis performed 
twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays excluding 
university holidays.
Analytic Time:
4 days
Reference Range:
No Bence Jones proteins detected. The urine IFE report will include a 
descriptive report of abnormality, if present.
Comments:
Include relevant clinical information and consultation request.
Methodology:
Immunofixation electrophoresis
Sample
Processing:
Submit urine in leak-proof plastic container.
Relevant clinical information must be submitted with specimen in order 
to provide correct interpretation of test results.
Sample
Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport
Instructions:
Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Ship at ambient temperature.
CPT Code:
86335 and 86335 -26
 
See Additional Information:
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives

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Updated: 01/09/2008