Methodology
Enzymatic; Nephelometric; Turbidimetric
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Chantilly
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday and Saturday
Standard TAT
1 Day
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-8 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Fasting required.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 21 Days
Test Volume Required
4 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
1.4 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum from cells within 1 hour of collection and freeze immediately.
Included Tests
C1 Inhibitor, Protein, Complement Componenet C3c, Complement Component C4c and Complement, Total (CH50).
CPT Codes
86162, 86160 (x3)