C3 COMPLEMENT
Name: C3 COMPLEMENT
Mnemonic: C3
Container: Serum Separator, Plasma Separator
Handling: Centrifuge within 4 hours of collection
Methodology: Immunoturbidimetric
Reported: Routine 4 hours; STAT 1 hour
Print #: 870.0805
CPT: 86160
Department: Main Lab
Preferred Volume: 1 ml serum or heparinized plasma
Minimum Volume: 0.5 ml
Stability: 4 days room temp, 8 days refrigerated, 8 days frozen
Performed: Daily
Units: mg/dl
Reference Range: 90-180 mg/dl