Monoclonal Protein Study

Test Code
IEP


Alias/See Also
SIEP, IEP


Includes
Serum portein electrophoesis and serum immunofixation


Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Container
Plastic vial


Transport Temperature
Ambient temperature


Specimen Stability
14 days ambeint


Report Available
2-4 days


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Protein electrophoresis alone is not considered an adequate screening for monoclonal gammopathies




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.