Bence Jones Protein, Quantitative Free Lambda Light Chains, Urine
:0050682
Mnemonic: BJQNTLAMB
Methodology:
Nephelometry/Immunofixation Electrophoresis
Performed:
Mon-Fri
Reported:
1-5 days
Specimen Required:
Collect: 24-hour urine. Urine supernate is also acceptable. Specimen needs to be refrigerated during collection.
Transport: Two 4.5 mL aliquots from a well-mixed 24-hour urine collection at 2-8°C. (Min: 4.5 mL) Submit specimen in two ARUP Standard Transport Tubes.
Remarks:Keep refrigerated at all times. Record total volume and collection time interval on transport tube and test request form.
Unacceptable Conditions: Random specimens. Specimens that are not refrigerated.