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Gerberase Serum Protein Electrophoresis (Qualitative)

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

This test measures the distribution of different protein fractions in your serum using electrophoresis, a technique that separates proteins based on size and charge.

Quick summary

["This test helps identify abnormal protein patterns that may indicate conditions like multiple myeloma, amyloidosis, or other protein disorders."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
95968-4
Short code
Gerbera spp IgE Qn
Synonyms
Gerbera spp IgE Qn
Category
chemistry
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What This Test Measures

Gerberase Serum Protein Electrophoresis evaluates the relative amounts of various protein components in your blood serum. Proteins are separated into distinct bands by size and electrical charge during electrophoresis. This process helps distinguish between normal and abnormal protein distributions.

Common Uses

This test is primarily used to diagnose and monitor conditions affecting protein levels, such as multiple myeloma (a cancer of plasma cells), amyloidosis (a buildup of abnormal proteins), and other systemic protein disorders.

Sample Collection and Preparation

A blood sample is drawn from a vein, typically in your arm. The serum is then separated from blood cells and prepared for electrophoresis. No special preparation is needed, but fasting may be advised depending on clinical context.

How the Results Are Interpreted

Results are presented as a visual pattern of protein bands. Abnormal patterns may show increased or decreased bands, indicating specific protein abnormalities that require further medical evaluation.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Frequently asked questions

What might abnormal results suggest?
Abnormal protein electrophoresis patterns can signal underlying conditions like multiple myeloma (where abnormal immunoglobulin bands appear), amyloidosis (where light chains or other proteins accumulate), or other systemic diseases affecting protein synthesis or clearance.
How often is this test performed?
This test is typically ordered as part of a diagnostic workup for suspected protein disorders, often on an as-needed basis depending on clinical symptoms or diagnostic needs.
Can fasting affect this test?
Fasting may not directly impact protein electrophoresis results, but it can influence other related tests (e.g., lipid panels). Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions for sample collection.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
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    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy