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Protein Electrophoresis, Rabbit Urine

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 17, 2026

Separates urinary proteins into fractions to assess the protein pattern in a rabbit urine specimen. This is a veterinary or research test, not a routine human test.

Quick summary

["This test evaluates the pattern of proteins in rabbit urine and must be interpreted using species-specific information."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
102554-3
Short code
Rabbit Urine Prot IgE RAST
Synonyms
Rabbit Urine Prot IgE RAST
Category
urine
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Ref low
10
Ref high
40
Critical range
— – 500 N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Method
rast
CPT
84484
SNOMED
302774002
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 is this test?

Protein electrophoresis separates the proteins in urine into groups based on how they move through an electric field. This can help show whether particular protein fractions are increased or whether a distinct protein band is present.

Why might I need this test?

This test may be used in veterinary or research settings to investigate protein in rabbit urine, possible kidney disease, inflammation, or an unusual protein pattern. The reason for testing depends on the ordering veterinarian or study protocol.

How is the test performed?

A laboratory separates and measures the protein fractions in the submitted rabbit urine sample. The resulting pattern is reviewed alongside other urine findings, blood tests, and the animal's clinical condition.

How do I prepare for the test?

Follow the collection instructions provided by the veterinarian or laboratory, including whether a first-morning, random, or timed urine sample is required. If you intended a human urine protein test, verify the order because this test is specifically for rabbit urine.

Reference range

Adult: 10-40 U/LN/A

Specimen: serum

No special preparation required. Avoid fatty meals before the test if possible.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Rabbit Urine Protein Electrophoresis

Frequently asked questions

Is this the same as a routine human urine protein test?
No. The specimen specified by this slug is rabbit urine, and interpretation may differ from that of human urine tests. Verify the order if human testing was intended.
What does protein electrophoresis measure?
It measures how urinary proteins separate into different fractions and whether their relative pattern is normal for the testing context.
Does an abnormal result diagnose a specific disease?
No. Results may guide further investigation but are interpreted with other findings, and additional testing may be needed to identify the cause.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
  3. 3
    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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