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Complement Component 5

Order Code
803029
CPT
86160
Test Details
Synonyms

C5 Antigen, Terminal Pathway - Complement

TAT

17 days

Methodology

Quantitative Radial Immunodiffusion

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Evaluates C5 protein level. Deficiency predisposes to recurrent infections.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Gel barrier 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

Allow specimen to clot for one hour at room temperature. Separate serum from cells ASAP or within two hours of collection. Plasma is not recommended.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 2 hours
Frozen 2 weeks
Order Code
803029
CPT
86160
Test Details
Synonyms

C5 Antigen, Terminal Pathway - Complement

TAT

17 days

Methodology

Quantitative Radial Immunodiffusion

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Evaluates C5 protein level. Deficiency predisposes to recurrent infections.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Gel barrier 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

Allow specimen to clot for one hour at room temperature. Separate serum from cells ASAP or within two hours of collection. Plasma is not recommended.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 2 hours
Frozen 2 weeks