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Protein Electrophoresis - Random Urine (Analyzer)

Order Name PEPU AN
Test Number: 5004450
Revision Date 07/27/2023
Test Name Methodology LOINC Code
Protein Electrophoresis - Random Urine (Analyzer)
Electrophoresis  
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Specimen Specimen Volume (min) Specimen Type Specimen Container Transport Environment
Preferred 20 mL (10) Urine, Random Sterile Urine container Refrigerated
Instructions Random urine no preservatives.
Specimen Stability: Refrigerate samples (2 to 8 °C) as soon as possible after collection for up to one week.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Testing Schedule Mon - Fri 
Expected TAT 1-3 Days  
Clinical Use Initial testing: Protein Electrophoresis; Total Protein; Pathologist Interpretation.
Useful in determining urine protein abnormalities, including Bence Jones protein. 
CPT Code(s)

Initial Testing

Test Name CPT Codes
Protein Electrophoresis 84166
Total Protein 84156
Pathologist Interpretation 84166-26
 

Possible Additional Testing

Test Name CPT Codes
Protein Immunofixation, Immunoglobulin Levels - IgA, IgM, IgG, Kappa & Lambda Lt Chains 86335
Pathologist Interpretation 86335-26
Lab Section Immunology - Serology