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HelpTest ID LABS0380 Immunoelectrophoresis
Additional Codes
Protein Serum Electrophoresis and Immunofixation - BLOD1069
Immunofixation with Electrophoresis, Random URINE - NBLD0271
Protein Electrophoresis, 24HR URINE and Immunofixation - NBLD0269
AKA
IFE (Immunofixation electrophoresis)
IEP
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Sterile Container - Urine
Lithium heparin plasma (green-top) gel specimen is NOT acceptable.
Specimen Volume
Serum:
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Urine:
| Preferred Volume | 50.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 20.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
Serum:
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | > 7 days at - 20 C |
Urine:
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Methodology
Immunofixation electrophoresis
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
86334, 86334-26