What is urine protein electrophoresis (UPEP) and is it still used?
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The 24-hour urine collection known as Urine Protein Electrophoresis (UPEP) is still widely used with no replacement option.
When a plasma cell disorder exists, cancer cells make an abnormal protein that's released into the blood. The abnormal proteins are then processed by what organ?
UPEP is still used at diagnosis, as a baseline, and to confirm remission.