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Test Code UPEP24 Electrophoresis, Protein, 24-Hour Urine

Performing Laboratory

MaineGeneral Medical Center

Reference Values

Total Protein   0-150 mg/24hr

Methodology

Includes quantitation of protein, total; albumin; alpha-1-globulin; alpha-2-globulin; beta-globulin; and gamma-globulin.

Specimen Requirements

15 mL from a 24-hour urine collection. No preservative. Mix well before taking 15-mL aliquot. (An entire 24-hour urine collection is also acceptable.) Refrigerate specimen during collection, and send specimen refrigerated in plastic urine container.

Note:  1. If multiple myeloma is suspected, please indicate.

2. 24-Hour volume is required on request form for processing.

3. See “Urine Collection” in “Special Instructions” for 24-hour specimens.

4. Label specimen with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of collection, and collector’s initials.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

84166 - protein; electrophoretic fractionation and quantitation

81050 - urine timed measurement (if appropriate)

Special Instructions