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Immunofixation electrophoresis

Message
This is a reflex test that is added when the SPEP screen is positive.


Test Code
IMMUNOFIXATION ELECTROPHORESIS


Alias/See Also
IFE


Preferred Specimen
Gold Top Tube


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
Samples can be stored up to 10 days at 2-8°C. For longer storage, samples should be frozen within eight hours of collection. Frozen sera are stable for 1 month.


Methodology
IFE With Quantative Immunoglobulin

Setup Schedule
M-F


Report Available
TAT 4 - 7 days


Reference Range
Negative for M-proteins


Clinical Significance
This test is used to confirm and identify the presence of an abnormal paraprotein (e.g. myeloma protein). 


Performing Laboratory
Test performed in the West Roxbury Immunology Lab
Contact: Cassandra Mota, 857-203-5941


Last Updated: March 21, 2023


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.