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Test Code C4 Complement C4

Cerner Test Code

C4

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Preferred: Gold SST

Acceptable: Red Top

Specimen Draw Volume

Volume: 1.0 mL

Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, and refrigerate.

Stability

Stability: Refrigerated 3 days, Frozen 3 weeks

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

86160

Methodology

PEG-enhanced immunoturbidimetric

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry

Rejection Criteria

Rejection criteria: Plasma