Test Code C34 Complement Profile
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetry
CPT
86160 x 2
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SST
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Rejection Criteria
Chylous serum, more than 1 specimen submitted in 24 hrs, and plasma specimens
Specimen Storage and Stability
Separate serum and refrigerate no longer than 24hrs. Freeze if not tested within 24 hrs.
Turn Around Time
1-3 days
Lab Department
Chemistry
Alias
Complement Profile; C3 and C4;
EPIC Code
LAB2335
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-NoGel
Testing Volume
0.25 mL (250 ul)
Patient Preparation
Fasting preferred
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
LOINC
4485-9; 4498-2