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HelpTest Code C3 COMPLEMENT C3, SERUM
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | C3 |
| EPIC | LAB152 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Assessing disease activity in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or investigating an undetectable total complement (CH50) level
Method Name
Turbidimetric Immunoassay
Reference Values
85 - 180 mg/dL
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Serum: 0.5 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 8 Days
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 86160 | Complement, Antigen, Each Component |
Keywords
C3 (THIRD COMPONENT OF COMPLEMENT)
COMPLEMENT COMPONENT C’3
COMPLEMENT, C’3
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
4485-9
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Plasma Separator Tube (PST)
Red Top Tube