Protein Electrophoresis, Timed Urine
Abbrev Code: | UELPT | ||
Order Code: | LAB3828 | Order Name: | Protein Electrophoresis Timed Urine |
Synonyms: | ELP; Bence-Jones; Bence Jones; UPEP; UELPT | ||
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 the same day. | ||
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Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Urine, 24 hour collection |
Optimal Volume: | Submit entire collection. |
Container: | 3 L plastic jug |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Mix collection well before aliquot is taken. Aliquot 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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