Immunofixation Screen, Serum
Test Mnemonic
IFESC
CPT Codes
- 86334 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 day |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 7 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Immunofixation Electrophoresis |
Reference Range
| MPA Result | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | Age From | Age To | Type | Range | Range Unit |
| No M protein is identified |
Clinical Info
Evaluation of monoclonal gammopathies