Protein Electrophoresis, Timed Urine
| Sunquest Code: | UELPT | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB3828 | Epic Name: | Protein Electrophoresis Timed Urine |
| Synonyms: | ELP; Bence-Jones; Bence Jones; UPEP; UELPT | ||
| Methodology: | Agarose gel electrophoresis | ||
| 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 | Protein (UMMC-East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Use: |
Primarily used to
determine presence of monoclonal proteins. |
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