Local code : BJP
Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Plain Spot Urine
5-10 mL
Sample Processing in Laboratory
Usual
Sample Preparation
Usual
Turnaround Time
5 daysSample Stability
Bence-Jones Protein Screen
General Information
Some indications: Multiple Myeloma
Patient Preparation
None
Notes
Urine should be collected into plain sterile universal.
n.b Specimens in boric acid are unsuitable for this assay and will be rejected.
Reference Range
Negative
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
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EQA Status:
UKNEQAS