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Complement Component C3, Peritoneal Fluid

Test Code
17594


Preferred Specimen
1 mL peritoneal fluid collected in a sterile plasti screw-cap container


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Freeze and ship frozen on dry ice


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days


Methodology
Turbidimetric

Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 1-2 days


Clinical Significance
Measurement of this protein aid in the diagnosis of immunologic disorders, especially those associated with deficiencies of complement components.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.