Urine Protein Electrophoresis, Random
| Label Mnemonic: | UPE |
| Epic code: | LAB892 |
| Order form: | Laboratory Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 84166 |
Specimen(s):
Urine
Collection Medium:
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| Yellow top round bottom tube (no additive) |
Minimum:
10 mL random urine; no preservatives are acceptable.
Testing Schedule:
Weekly
Reference Range:
No monoclonal proteins detected.
Comments:
Electrophoresis and professional interpretation is cancelled if
total urine protein is less than 20 mg/dL or if ordered within 7
days of a previous order.
Includes an interpretative pathologist report. The concentration of monoclonal protein is not reported in random urine samples.
Urine protein electrophoresis methodology switched from traditional gel electrophoresis to capillary electrophoresis on November 1, 2012.
Includes an interpretative pathologist report. The concentration of monoclonal protein is not reported in random urine samples.
Urine protein electrophoresis methodology switched from traditional gel electrophoresis to capillary electrophoresis on November 1, 2012.
Methodology:
Capillary Electrophoresis
Sample Processing:
Submit urine in leak-proof plastic container.
Label the container with two Full patient identifiers, start date/time, and stop date/time of collection.
Label the container with two Full patient identifiers, start date/time, and stop date/time of collection.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport Instructions:
Place requisition in bag, seal bag, and tape securely to (urine)
container.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
See Additional Information:
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives