Laboratory Services
Immunofixation
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| Test Description |
Immunofixation
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|---|---|---|
| Synonym(s) |
Amyloid, Gammopathy, Immunofixation, MGUS, Monoclonal, Monoclonal Antibody, Multiple myeloma, Myeloma, Serum immunofixation, UOW1293 |
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| Test ID |
IFIX
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| General Information |
Results will be reviewed by an MD and professional fee is billed. |
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| Container Type |
Red Top or Gold SST |
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| Specimen Type |
Serum |
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| Specimen Requirements |
0.5 mL serum/plasma |
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| Alternate Specimen Type |
EDTA or Heparin Plasma |
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Centrifuge and aliquot to a plastic tube within 2 hours of collection |
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| Minimum Sample Volume |
0.3 mL serum |
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| Stability |
Refrigerated |
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| Department (code) |
Immunology |
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| Methodology |
Immunfixation (IFIX) |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Friday |
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| CPT Code(s) |
86334x2 |
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| Reference Range |
No monoclonal component observed [NOMCO] |
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| Reflex Conditions |
No |
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| STAT Orderable (Y/N) |
No |
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| Performing Lab |
UW |
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| LOINC Code(s) |
49297-5 |
