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Clinical System Name
C3 Complement
Synonyms
C3
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Gold Microtainer, Red, Lt. Green/Lithium Heparin, Dark Green/Sodium Heparin
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note: Avoid hemolysis. Can share volume with C4, RF, Cystatin C.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2-8 C
Storage location: CPA refrigerator, FrigA rack.
Off-site collection: Spin and aliquot 0.5mL serum/plasma in plastic tube. Send refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| gel separator with serum/plasma | Refrigerated | |
| separated serum/plasma | Room temp | |
| Refrigerated | 3 d | |
| Frozen -20 C | 1 m |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M - F, day shift | 1-3 d |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Location: Chem
Phone Number: (206) 987-2617
CPT Codes
86160
Methodology
Method: Ortho Vitros 4600
Analytical Volume: 0.4 mL serum/plasma (absolute minimum is 0.250 mL serum/plasma)
Limitations: Test is affected by repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Reference Range
| mG/dL | |
|---|---|
| 0 up to 15 days | 60 - 126 |
| 15 days up to 1 year | 61 - 162 |
| 1 Year and older | 90 - 154 |