Protein electrophoresis test

PROTEIN ELECTROPHORESIS TEST

DESCRIPTION – this lab test measures the types of protein in the fluid part of blood sample. This fluid is called serum. Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand

METHODOLOGY – quantitative spectrophotometry

TURN AROUND TIME – 1-3 days

SPECIMEN REQUIERED –

COLLECT – serum separator tube

SPECIMEN PREPARATION – separate serum from cells within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 ml of serum to transport tube

STORAGE/TRANSPORT TEMPERATURE – refrigerated

STABILITY – refrigerated: 1 week; frozen: 1 month

UNACCEPTABLE CONDITION – plasma

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS – clinical history is mandatory