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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB438 Protein Electrophoresis, Urine, Random
Test Information
Laboratory will not perform if ordered within 48 hours of previous protein electrophoresis sample.
If indicated, Urine Immunofixation will be added at an additional charge.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Urine, Voided | SterCup-R | 15.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: This test needs 15 to 18 mL of urine.If sample is less than this amount, please bring to the attention of the Chemistry department, do not cancel.
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: N/A
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 1 day
Refrigerate: 7 days
Frozen: 6 months
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| ALBUMIN, URINE ELECTROPHORESIS | 6942-7 |
| GLOBULIN, URINE | 49047-4 |
| M1 BAND, URINE | 35560-2 |
| M2 BAND, URINE | 35560-2 |
| PROTEIN, URINE | 2888-6 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
72 Hours
CPT Code(s)
LAB438 Protein Electrophoresis, urine, random: 84166
Performing Lab Section
Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)