Complement Levels (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Complement Levels (Blood)

Alternate Names	C3, C4, Complement C3, Complement C4
Test Code	C3, C4
Testing Laboratory	Immunology
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert) - DEDICATED
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	Please collect 1 x DEDICATED serum tube. This can be shared with other Immunology tests requiring same tube type.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Daily
Min Test Volume	200uL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, subject to sample availability.

Container ID	S, SP, LH, LHP
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions If a DEDICATED sample is not received, DO NOT REJECT/DO NOT ORGANISE A RECOLLECTION WITHOUT CONSULTING IMMUNOLOGY STAFF.
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	Yes

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