Test Directory

Test Code
BUP24
Test Name
24 hr Urine Protein Electrophoresis
CPT Codes
84166, 84166-26
Included Tests

Reflexed when appropriate:

Urine Immunotyping

Clinical Utility
Useful for monitoring patients with monoclonal gammopathies.
Specimen and Container Info

Preferred Specimen Type: Urine from a well-mixed 24-hour urine collection jug with no preservatives.

Desired Specimen Volume: 40 mL

Preferred Collection Container: Submit urine in 2 full Yellow or Red capped tubes and 1 full 3 mL Clear topped urine tube.

Collection Instructions

Urine should be collected in a 24-hour plastic urine container with no preservative.

NOTE: A 1PV MUST be ordered with this battery.

Processing and Submission Instructions

Submit urine in 2 full Yellow or Red capped tubes and 1 full 3 mL Clear topped urine tube from a well-mixed 24-hour urine collection jug with no preservatives.  

NOTE: A 1PV MUST be ordered with this battery.

Transport Instructions

Transport refrigerated.

Methodology
Capillary Electrophoresis
Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Testing Schedule
Routine, Monday - Friday no holidays