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HelpTest Code LABUIFXR Myeloma/MGUS* Screen, Urine
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| MYELOMA/MGUS SCREEN, URINE | LABUIFXR | UIFXR |
Note: This test should be ordered for patients that have no history of a monoclonal protein.
*MGUS-Monoclonal Gammopathy of Uncertain Significance
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric/Immunofixation
Includes urine immunofixation.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Urine, random
Container/Tube: Plastic urine container
Specimen Minimum Volume: 50 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. No preservative.
2. If specimen is cloudy, spin and separate supernatant.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Ambient 4 hours OK/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday (once daily, day shift only)
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
SMDC Clinical Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86335-Immunofixation
This test also includes a professional interpretation fee.
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.