Home
HelpTest Code FLCS Free Kappa & Lambda Light Chains, Serum
Additional Codes
| PathLab | FLCS |
| Epic ID | LAB2979 |
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube Type:
Red (No Additive)
SST (Serum Separator)
Collection Information:
Minimum sample volume is 0.6 mL. Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated.
Stability/Transport
| Temperature | Stability | Preferred Transport |
| Refrigerated | 21 days | X |
| Frozen | 2 months |
Unacceptable Conditions
Gross lipemia
Performing Lab
Pathology Laboratory
Methodology
Nephelometry
Useful For
This test includes Kappa free light chains, Lambda free light chains and a ratio between the Kappa and Lambda free light chains.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
24 hours
CPT Code Information
83521X2