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Immunofixation Electrophoresis, Random Urine

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

Clinical Significance

Typing monoclonal immunoglobulins.

Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)

Urine

Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))

5 mL

Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)

Sterile Urine Container
Clear Top Urine Tube
Collection Containers – Tube Types

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

Ordering Practices

See Protein Electrophoresis, Random Urine for more information.