Test Code Immunogl Free LC Ser Immunoglobulin Free Light Chains, Serum
Performing Laboratory
NRL-Immunology
Methodology
Turbidimetric
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold top, serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Spin down unopened (vacuum intact) tube within 45 minutes of draw.
2. Label specimen as serum.
Note: Microbially-contaminated serum samples, samples containing particulate matter, and lipemic or hemolyzed samples should not be used.
Reference Values
KAPPA FREE LIGHT CHAIN
0.33-1.94 mg/dL
LAMDA FREE LIGHT CHAIN
0.57-2.63 mg/dL
KAPPA/LAMBDA RATIO
0.26-1.65
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Turnaround Time:
Routine-results available in 24 hours
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Serum samples may be stored at 2°-8° C for up to 21 days.
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83521 x 2