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Complement C3 (Prisma Health)
Test Code1230100057
Alias/See Also
LAB152
CPT Codes
86160
Preferred Specimen
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: YELLOW TOP (Refrigerated) Min Vol 0.1 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: MICRO YELLOW (Refrigerated) 0.1 mL
Instructions
Adult: Minimum 2.5 mL blood
*Pediatric minimum: 1 full microtainer*
Transport Temperature
Lab Only:It is recommended that tubes of blood are to be kept closed at all times and in a vertical position. It is required that the serum or plasma be physically separated from contact with cells within two hours from the time of collection. Analyze fresh specimens, if possible. Separated samples are stable at 2 to 8°C for up to 3 days or frozen at -20°C for 8 days. Stored specimens must be inspected for particulates. If present, mix and centrifuge the specimen to remove particulates prior to testing. Repeated freeze/thaw cycles should be avoided to minimize potential protein degradation.
Report Available
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL
STAT 60 Minutes
STAT 60 Minutes
Timed 4 Hours
Life or Death 60 Minutes
Routine 4 Hours
Reference Range
0 - 1 Year: 50 - 160 mg/dL
1 - 14 Years: 80 - 173 mg/dL
>/= 14 Years: 82 - 193 mg/dL
1 - 14 Years: 80 - 173 mg/dL
>/= 14 Years: 82 - 193 mg/dL
Last Updated: June 21, 2023
