Immunofixation Electrophoresis
| Label Mnemonic: | SIFE |
| Epic code: | LAB156 |
| Order form: | Laboratory Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 86334 |
Specimen(s):
Serum
Collection Medium:
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| Red top tube 5 mL (Clot Activator) |
Minimum:
Adult - 2 mL; red top tube
Pediatric - 2 mL; red top tube
Pediatric - 2 mL; red top tube
Testing
Schedule:
Monday - Friday
Turn Around
Time:
48 hours
Reference Range:
Negative for monoclonal proteins. The serum IFE report will include a
descriptive report of abnormalities, 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, Waldenström's
macroglobulinemia, or malignant lymphomas, except in the setting of
bone marrow or solid organ transplantation.
Methodology:
Capillary electrophoresis with immunotyping
Sample
Processing:
Centrifuge at a speed and time necessary to get barrier separation of plasma/serum and cells.
Separate plasma or serum into labeled container and cap.
Relevant clinical information must be submitted with specimen in order to provide correct interpretation of test results.
Separate plasma or 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.
Transport
Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal bag.
Place completed requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
Place completed requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
86334