Test Code COMP Complement C3 and C4
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 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
Daily
CPT(s)
86160 86160
Performing Location
Test performed at MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry.
Cerner Order Code
COMP
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Rejection Criteria
Rejection: Plasma
Panel Includes
C3
C4