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Urine Protein Electrophoresis Reflex Panel, Spot

Message
This panel includes a urine protein and a UPEP interpretation. If an abnormal protein is present the lab performs a UIFE test. If the UIFE is positive the lab provides M-Protein Rel % result.
Minimum volume needed 10 mL.


Test Code
UPEP REFLEX PANEL,SPOT


Includes
Panel includes a urine protein performed in Chemistry and a UPEP screen performed in Immunology. Dependingon the initial results a UIFE is also performed.


Minimum Volume
**********   10 mL


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 1 week
Freeze (-70 - -80°C): 1 month
Do not freeze at -20°C or keep at room temperature


Methodology
Capillary zone electrophoresis

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday


Reference Range
NEG


Clinical Significance
Used to detect renal protein abnormalities.


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


Last Updated: March 20, 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.