Immunofixation Electrophoresis
| Order Code: | UIFE |
| Order Form: | Immunopathology Requisition |
Specimen:
Urine
Collection Medium:
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| Urine |
Minimum:
25 mL; random urine
Testing
Schedule:
Bi-weekly - Batch analysis performed twice weekly 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.
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.
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
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives