Immunofixation Electrophoresis, Serum
eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3461
Test Information
Aids in detection/identification of suspected monoclonal antibodies in serum.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Gold-R | 0.5 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: Only one freeze/thaw cycle possible.Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: 2 hours
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 14 days
Refrigerate: 28 days
Frozen: 28 days
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| IMMUNOFIXATION INTERPRETATION, SERUM | 25700-6 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
72 Hours
CPT Code(s)
86334
86334
Performing Lab Section
Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)