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InvestigationProtein EPS
IndicationsTo help diagnose and monitor multiple myeloma and other conditions that affect protein absorption, production, and loss as seen in severe organ disease and altered nutritional states
Specimen TypeOchre/Yellow top
Request FormBlood Sciences or Electronic
VolumeFill to line
Delivery TimeWithin 24hrs
Turn around time for final test1 week
Uncertainty of testingAlso send urine and request Bence Jones protein if screening for myeloma
Appropriate testing /re-testing interval1 mth
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