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Kappa/Lambda, Total, Serum
MessageQNI Test Code 37863
Test Code
KLT
Quest Code
37863
CPT Codes
83883 (x2)
Includes
Both bound and free light chains
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Patient Preparation
Fasting preferred
Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 8 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 8 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Nephelometry
Setup Schedule
Night Sets up 5 days a week.
Reference Range
Kappa | 176-443 mg/dL |
Lambda | 91-240 mg/dL |
Kappa/Lambda Ratio | 1.29-2.55 |
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92690-6130