Urine Protein Electrophoresis Screen, 24 Hr Urine Panel

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 SCREEN,24HR PANEL

Includes

Panel includes a urine protein performed in Chemistry and a UPEP screen performed in Immunology.

Preferred Specimen

24hr urine

Instructions

No preservative necessary. Keep refrigerated during collection period. Submit entire collection.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated (2-8°C): 1 week
Frozen (-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

Additional Information
Collection of 24 Hour Urines or Timed Urines

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.