Protein Electrophoresis, Random Urine
Abbrev Code: | UELPR | ||
Order Code: | LAB438 | Order Name: | Protein Electrophoresis Random Urine |
Synonyms: | Bence Jones Proteins; Electrophoresis, Urine; Globulins, Urine | ||
Methodology: | Agarose gel electrophoresis | ||
CPT Codes: | 84166 x1 | ||
Test Includes: | Urine albumin, alpha1, alpha2, beta and gamma globulin fractions. | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed 3-5 times per week; results are reported within 3 days. | ||
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Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Urine, a first morning void is preferred. |
Optimal Volume: | Submit entire collection. |
Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Do not aliquot. Submit entire collection; analysis requires 20 mL, 10 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Stability: | Specimen can be frozen once. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | UM Specialty Core/Prot/Endo (Sebia B) |
Interpretive
Use: |
Primarily used to
determine presence of monoclonal proteins. |
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