Test Overview
Clinical Utility
Cryoglobulin identification and estimation by IFE will only be performed (and billed) when preliminary Screen is positive and the cryoglobulin has not been previously identified.
Method
Immunofixation Electrophoresis (IFE)
Result Included
Cryoglobulin Screen; Cryoglobulin (IFE); Cryoglobulin Quantitation
Specimen
Specimen Type
Avoid gel separator tubesSerum
Volume
Sample Volume
2 mL
Specimen Comment
Avoid gel separator tubes.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect in tube pre-warmed to 37°C.
Handling Information
Allow specimen to clot at 37°C prior to separation and centrifuge at 37°C if possible. Serum must never be refrigerated or frozen. Store and send at ambient temperature (20 – 25°C).
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Cryoglobulin ScreenQualitative TestNegative
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Cryoglobulin (IFE)TextRefer to Interpretive Report
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Cryoglobulin Quantitationg/L
Referral Location
Canada
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30