C3/C4 Level Panel
Test Code
C3C4
Description
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.15 mL serum
Unacceptable Conditions
Thawed specimen.
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Send frozen serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
4 hours at RT (15-25°C)
8 days at 2-8°C
3 months frozen at ≥ -20°C
Methodology
Turbidimetry
Turnaround Time
4 hours
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
Complement (C3/C4 Level Panel);C3 (C3/C4 Level Panel);C4 level (C3/C4 Level Panel);Nephelometry (C3/C4 Level Panel);C3 level (C3/C4 Level Panel);C4 (C3/C4 Level Panel)
CPT Code
86160