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C3 Nephritic Factor

Order Code
224441
CPT
86161
Test Details
TAT

38 days

Methodology

IFE (Semi Quantitative Immuno-fixation Electrophoesis)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects autoantibodies that stabilize complement C3 convertase. Associated with dense deposit disease and MPGN.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Red-top tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Serum should be separated from blood clot and frozen at -70 degrees C or on dry ice within two hours after blood is drawn. Transfer specimen to plastic transport tube before freezing. Ship to lab on dry ice.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen Contact Technical Support
Order Code
224441
CPT
86161
Test Details
TAT

38 days

Methodology

IFE (Semi Quantitative Immuno-fixation Electrophoesis)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects autoantibodies that stabilize complement C3 convertase. Associated with dense deposit disease and MPGN.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Red-top tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Serum should be separated from blood clot and frozen at -70 degrees C or on dry ice within two hours after blood is drawn. Transfer specimen to plastic transport tube before freezing. Ship to lab on dry ice.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen Contact Technical Support