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HelpTest Code LAB735 Protein Free Light Chains Quantitative
AKA
Kappa
Lambda
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) - Serum
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.75 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Applicable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 21 days | Preferred for Transport |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Additional Information
Includes Kappa and Lambda free light chains and FLC Ratio.
Serum free light chain measurement is of major prognostic value in almost all plasma cell proliferative disorders and may be useful in initial evaluation of patients and on monitoring treatment response.
Performed Test Frequency
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Turbidimetric
CPT
83521(2)
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 5728 | Kappa Free Light |
| 8040 | Lambda Free Light Chain |
| 9261 | Kappa/Lambda FLC Ratio |