Also Known As:
Electrophoresis, Serum, IFE, IEP, Serum, IFE, Serum, Immunoelectrophoresis, Serum, Immunofixation, Serum IEP, Serum Immunoelectrophoresis, Serum Immunofixation, IFX
Methodology:
Electrophoresis followed by immunodiffusion against monospecific antisera to immunoglobulin and individual heavy and light chains (IFE); turbidimetric quantitation of IgA, IgG, and IgM
Preparation:
Fasting for at least 10-12 hours is required.
Test Results:
2-3 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.