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Immunofixation Electrophoresis, 24h Urine

Alternative Names/Synonyms	IFE
Laboratory	Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Urine
Test Code	GOFEI

Clinical Significance

Typing monoclonal immunoglobulins.

Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)

Urine

Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))

5 mL

Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)

24h Urine Collection Container (No Additive)

Collection Requirements

Collection Instructions

Cause for Rejection

Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance

Instrument, Methodology

Helena ESH Touch, electrophoresis

Test Availability

Weekdays

Routine Turnaround Time

2 weeks

Reference Ranges

None

Laboratory Contact Information

416-586-4800 extension 4688

Patient Preparation

n/a

Ordering Practices

See Protein Electrophoresis, 24h Urine for more information.