Protein Electrophoresis, Urine

Test Code
LAB438


CPT Codes
82570, 84156, 84166

Includes
Total Protein, Protein Electrophoresis, Creatinine


Preferred Specimen
Leak-proof Urine container


Minimum Volume
15 mL


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 4 days
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Electrophoresis • Total Protein: Specrophotometry (SP)



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.