| Test Name: |
IMMUNOFIXATION ELECTROPHORESIS, SERUM |
| Test Code: |
2120205 |
| Alias: |
IFE
LAB156
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| CPT Code(s): |
86334
84165
84155
82784 (x3)
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| Test Includes: |
Immunofixation, Serum [2120205 / LAB156], |
| Preferred Specimen: |
2.0 mL serum |
| Container: |
SST (gold) |
| Alternate Container: |
None |
| Minimum Volume: |
1.0 mL serum
This volume does not allow for repeat testing. |
| Collection Instructions: |
A fasting specimen is preferred. Allow specimen to completely clot (this can take up to 60 minutes). Centrifuge for 15 minutes. |
| Transport Temperature: |
Refrigerated |
| Stability: |
Fresh samples recommended
Refrigerated: 7 days |
| Rejection Criteria: |
Hemolysis
Plasma |
| Schedule: |
Set up: Mon-Fri; Results in 1-3 days
*Not run on holidays* |
| Method: |
Capillary Electrophoresis, Rate Biuret (total protein), immunoturbidimetric (immunoglobulins) |
| Clinical Significance: |
Immunofixation electrophoresis (IFE) has become a useful clinical tool for rapid identification of various protein abnormalities including monoclonal gammopathies.
The electrophoretic separation of serum proteins is a screening procedure and aids in the diagnosis of pathophysiologic states associated with changes in protein quantity and molecular nature |
| Department: |
Immunofixation and Protein electrophoresis, Serum performed in Immunology. Protein, Total and total Immunoglobulins G, A, M performed in Chemistry. |
| Use: |
updated 11/18/24 |
| Reference Ranges: |
Immunofixation-No monoclonal proteins detected
Refer to individual tests for the remaining reference ranges included in the order. |
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