Kappa/Lambda, Urine

Test Code: TD_4131
CPT Code(s): 86335, 84156, 83521 X2

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Free light chains with IFE, Urine

Test Includes

Kappa/Lambda, Urine

Methodology

Immunofixation electrophoresis (IFE) immunoturbidimetry

Rejection Criteria

Room temperature samples

Reference Range(s)

By Report

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Urine collection container

Minimum Volume

Two 4 mL aliquots urine

Sample Stability

Unacceptable room temperature
3 weeks refrigerated
6 months frozen

Transport Temperature

Critical Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Submit two 4 mL aliquots from a well-mixed 24 hour urine collection. Specimen must be refrigerated during collection. Record total volume. Critical refrigerate (CRF).

Alternative Specimen

N/A