High Resolution Protein Electrophoresis, serum
Test Code
SPELE
Description
Collect
Collect in a plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum Volume: 0.5mL serum
Unacceptable Conditions
Hemolysis
Storage Transport Temp
Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Frozen samples are stable for one month. Samples stored at 2 to 8°C are stable for one week.
Performed
Wed
Methodology
Agarose gel electrophoresis
Turnaround Time
7-9 days
Department
Immunology Lab - Diagnostic
Synonyms
PELE
Related Tests
Immunofixation (IFE). Only ordered by lab after protein electrophoresis has been reviewed by pathologist.
Reference Interval
Normal pattern
Interpretation
Interpretation provided by pathologist.
CPT Code
80503