Test Name: | Complement Component 3 (C3) |
Epic Order Code: | LAB152 |
CPT Code: | 86160 | | |
Specimen(s) Type: | Plasma or Serum, 1.0 mL |
Acceptable Container(s): | Tops are light green, gold and red. |
Testing Schedule: | Monday-Friday |
Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA |
| Routine: 48-72 hours |
Collection Information: | No special patient preparation is required. Obtain by standard collection procedures. |
Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. |
Reference Client: | If unable to deliver to the lab within 1 hour, centrifuge the specimen and remove serum from the red cells. Store and transport at 2-8° C. Specimen must be received in the lab within 24 hours. If longer storage is required, store and transport at -20° C for up to 8 days. |
Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient volume, incorrect/delay in transport. |
Reference Range: | 75 - 175 mg/dL |
Additional Information: | |