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Additional Codes
IMMUNFIX U
Clinical System Name
Immunofixation, Urine
Synonyms
Bence Jones-Qualitative; Bence Jones identification; Proteinuria Screen; IEP; Immunfix U; Immunoelectrophoresis; UPROQL
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Urine (Random or 24-hour)
Container(s): Sterile Screw-Capped Container or 24-hour Urine Jug
Preferred Vol: 50.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 25 mL
Note: Collections of less than 10 mL will be cancelled. Refrigerate 24-hour urine during collection. For blood samples, see "Immunofixation, Blood (LAB174)". For CSF samples, order a Miscellaneous Test and send 2.0 mL CSF refrigerated.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Any urine with preservative in colleciton container or collections of less than 10.0 mL.
Spin: N
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 4 C
Storage Location: Aliquot urine into plastic screw cap container. Refrigerate in the CPA1 refrigerator, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: 24-hour urine collections are acceptable. Refrigerate specimen during collection period. Aliquot urine into plastic screw cap container. Transport refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Room Temp |
Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | ||
| Frozen |
|
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N |
M - F |
4 d |
Performing Laboratory
University of Washington
Department of Laboratory Medicine - Immunology
1959 NE Pacific St, NW220
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone Number: (206) 520-4600
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
86335 (x2)
Methodology
Method: None specified
Analytical Volume: 10.0 mL
Limitations:
Reference Range
Interpretative report will accompany results.
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: |
Immunofixation, Urine |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | |
| Instructions: |
Send Monday through Friday with the UW courier. |