Protein electrophoresis
Test Information
Test Name
Protein electrophoresis
Synonyms
EPP; monogoclonal gammopathy; immuno electrophoresis; IG paraproteins; M band quantitation; SPE; SPEP; Immunofixation; serum oligoclonal band
Department
Biochemistry
Preferred Specimen
SST
Testing Location
PLW
Collection Information
Patient Requestable
Yes
Processing Information
Registration Code
EPP
Group Contains
TP
Notes
- Department to add on Immuno electrophoresis if required
Alternative Specimen
Lithium Heparin - but this is discouraged as can lead to interference
Methodology
Assay Method
Capillary electrophoresis
Sample Storage
Fridge
Sample Stability
1 week
Interpretations
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john.woodford@pathlab.co.nz