Test Code LABSIFX Myeloma/MGUS* Screen, Serum

Important Note

Note: Plasma is not acceptable for serum immunofixation.

Test Name in EPIC	EPIC Test Code	Mnemonic
MYELOMA/MGUS SCREEN, SERUM	LABSIFX	SIFX

Note: This test should be ordered for patients that have no history of a monoclonal protein.

* MGUS-Monoclonal Gammopathy of Uncertain Significance

Immunofixation

Immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, and IgM)

Specimen Type: Serum

Container/Tube: Serum gel

Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 1.5 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Fasting.

2. Spin down within 4 hours of draw.

Refrigerate 5 days/Frozen OK/Ambient 24 hours OK

Monday through Friday (once daily, day shift only)

Chemistry-

SMDC Clinical Lab

86334-Immunofixation

This test also includes a professional interpretation fee.

An interpretive report will be provided.