Immunofixation With IgG / IgA / IgM Quantitative

Message

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Test Code

IGSIT

Alias/See Also

70707

CPT Codes
86334;82784(3)

Includes

Includes: Immunofixation Serum (549), Immunoglobulin A (539), Immunoglobulin G (543), Immunoglobulin M (545)

Preferred Specimen

serum

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Instructions

Avoid hemolysis. Allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minuties. Centrifuge for at least 10 minutes. Keep tightly stoppered.

Transport Container

Original tube preferred, may be sent in a screw-top transfer tube.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Room Temperature = n/a
Refrigerated = 1 week
Frozen = 4 months

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Hemolysis, Lipemia, incorrect specimen type, insufficient sample volume, improper storage conditions, exceeds specimen stability guidelines, contaminated sample.

Methodology
see individual components

Setup Schedule

DAILY
CH

Report Available

2 - 3 days

Clinical Significance

Immunofixation is useful in characterizing M components identified by protein electrophoresis. Quantitation of immunoglobulins provides an assessment of the magnitude and measure for monitoring the M component.

Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439

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.