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Bence Jones Protein (24hr Urine)
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Bence Jones protein is the free light chain component of the antibodies. The small size of Bence Jones protein allows it to pass through the kidneys and enter the urine. Urine electrophoresis is used to identify the presence or absence of abnormal proteins and to identify when different groups of proteins are increased or decreased in urine. It is frequently used to detect and identify monoclonal proteins. Urine electrophoresis is used to help detect, diagnose, and monitor the course and treatment of conditions associated with these abnormal proteins, including multiple myeloma and related diseases. Urine protein electrophoresis may also be used to help diagnose the cause and estimate the severity of protein excretion due to kidney damage or disease. This damage or disease may be due to diabetes, chronic inflammation, an autoimmune condition, or a malignancy. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday-Friday. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| BJP (24hr Urine), Electrophoresis Protein (24hr Urine), QEP (24hr Urine), Urine Electrophoresis (24hr), Urine QEP (24hr Urine), |
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Code:
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UPE24 |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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UR24-No Pres (UR24NP), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Sample must be kept refrigerated during collection. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Refer to local manual for processing requirements.
Process one urine aliquot for Core Biochemistry and one for Special Chemistry. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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20mL |
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Stability:
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2 weeks chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Special Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 2830 |
| Special Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4114 |
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Last Updated : 03-10-2020 07:19 |