Specimen:

Serum

Collection Medium:

Minimum:

Adult- 2 ml; red top tube
Pediatric- 2ml; red top tube

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:

A normal serum sample shows a light diffused staining of polyclonal 
immunoglobulins in all tracks. The serum IFE report will include a 
descriptive report of abnormality, if present.

Comments:

Include relevant clinical information and consultation request.  
Quantitative kappa/lambda light chain ratios are recommended
as a screen for suspected multiple myeloma, Waldenstrom's
macroglobulinemia, or malignant lymphomas, except in the setting of
bone marrow or solid organ transplantation.

Methodology:

Immunofixation Electrophoresis

Sample
Processing:

Centrifuge at 3500 RPM for 5 minutes.
Aliquot serum into labeled container and cap.
Relevant clinical information must be submitted with specimen in order 
to provide correct interpretation of test results.

Sample
Storage:

Refrigerate serum 2-8 degree C.

Transport
Instructions:

Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Ship at ambient temperature.

CPT Code:

86334 x1 (Technical)
86334-26 x1 (Professional)