Specimen:

Urine

Collection Medium:

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