Test Overview
Method
Immunofixation Electrophoresis (IFE)
Result Included
β-1-Transferrin; β-2-Transferrin
Specimen
Specimen Type
FluidVolume
Sample Volume
2 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send frozen. Bloody fluid: Spin, separate and freeze – indicate on requisition.
Additional Information
Provide source of fluid.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
β-1-TransferrinQualitative TestPresent in plasma, CSF and other body fluids
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β-2-TransferrinQualitative TestPresent only in CSF. Absence indicates that the specimen does not contain CSF
Referral Location
Canada
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30