Bence Jones Protein

Test Information

Test Name

Bence Jones Protein

Synonyms

BJP; Urine free light chains; Urine Kappa lambda light chains; Urine electrophoresis

Department

Biochemistry

Price

$90.00

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Many services are free for eligible patients. A minimum charge may apply. Prices listed are for unfunded, individual, requests. Please contact us for commercial testing.

Preferred Specimen

Random Urine (tan top)

Testing Location

PLW

Clinical Update

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Collection Information

Patient Requestable

Yes

Processing Information

Registration Code

BJP

Notes

  • Please note BJP testing will be restricted to Haematologists as from Monday 31 July 2023. Please refer to full Clinical Updates July 2023
  • BJP testing will only be performed when requested by a Haematologist, or if testing has been authorised by a haematologist and is clearly stated on the request form.

Alternative Specimen

24 Hour urine (Plain)

Methodology

Sample Storage

Fridge

Sample Stability

1 week

Interpretations

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