ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Immunofixation Electrophoresis, Immunoglobulin D & Immunoglobulin E, Serum : 0050049

Mnemonic: IFE D/E

Methodology: Immunofixation Electrophoresis
Performed: Mon-Fri
Reported: 1-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect:  One 4 mL serum separator tube.

Transport:  1 mL serum at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.5 mL)  Submit specimen in an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.

Pediatric Collection/Transport:  0.15 mL serum at 2-8°C.

Remarks:  Separate serum from cells ASAP. Assay is designed for qualitative assessment of monoclonal IgD or IgE protein.

Unacceptable Conditions:  Plasma.

Stability:  After separation from cells: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 month
Reference Interval:
Negative for monoclonal IgD and IgE.
CPT Code(s): 86334
 
 

 

 

 
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