Free Light Chains
eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3993 Free Light Chains, Serum
Test Information
Determination of kappa and lambda free light chains in serum.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Gold-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: N/ATransport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: 7 days
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 7 days
Refrigerate: 21 days
Frozen: 6 months
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| KAPPA FREE LIGHT CHAIN | 36916-5 |
| KAPPA/LAMBDA FLC RATIO | 48378-4 |
| LAMBDA FREE LIGHT CHAIN | 33944-0 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
72 Hours
CPT Code(s)
83521
83521
Performing Lab Section
Special Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)