IMMUNOFIXATION ELECTROPHORESIS (IFE) QUALITATIVE, SERUM

What this test checks

More detailed than SPEP — identifies exactly which abnormal protein is present in multiple myeloma and related diseases.

Why do people get this test?

Used to confirm and characterise multiple myeloma after SPEP shows an abnormal pattern.

When you should consider this test

• Abnormal SPEP result
• Multiple myeloma diagnosis or staging
• Specialist requested

How to prepare

No fasting needed.