Bence-Jones Protein Screen
Immunology
Sample and container requirements
Plain Spot Urine
Minimum volume required
5-10 mL Urine
Special requirements
Urine should be collected into plain sterile universal. n.b Specimens in boric acid are unsuitable for this assay and will be rejected.
Patient preparation
None
Sample viability
Store at 4oC
Turnaround time
5 days
Reference range
negative
Clinical guidance
Investigation of Multiple myeloma https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/protein-electrophoresis-and-immunofixation-electrophoresis
Notes
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This information was last updated on 19 August 2026