Laboratory test
Protein Electrophoresis
Protein Electrophoresis: 8 parameters from a blood sample, no fasting.
Also known as
Serum Protein Electrophoresis
- Sample
- Blood
- Fasting
- Not required
- Expected report time
- 3–5 days
- Parameters
- 8
What is the Protein Electrophoresis?
Protein Electrophoresis includes Total Protein, Albumin (Electrophoresis), Albumin (Serum), Alpha-1 Globulin, Alpha-2 Globulin and additional measurements listed below. The listed sample is Blood (Serum). The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.
What does the Protein Electrophoresis measure?
8 parameters. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Liver Function2 parameters
| Parameter | Unit | Catalogue method | LOINC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Protein | g/dL | Biuret method | 2885-2 |
| Albumin (Serum) | g/dL | BCG (Bromocresol Green) | 1751-7 |
Other measurements6 parameters
| Parameter | Unit | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| Albumin (Electrophoresis) | % | 13980-8 |
| Alpha-1 Globulin | % | 13978-2 |
| Alpha-2 Globulin | % | 13981-6 |
| Beta Globulin | % | 13982-4 |
| Gamma Globulin | % | 13983-2 |
| Protein Electrophoresis — Interpretation |
The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.
Protein Electrophoresis: sample & preparation
Sample: Blood. Fasting: Not required.
- You do not need to fast for this test.
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8 parameters · No fasting required · Report time: 3–5 days
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