C1s Level
Test Code
C1SL
Description
Collect
Plasma from a lavender top (EDTA) tube is the only acceptable sample type. Mix sample thoroughly.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 250 µL plasma, frozen
Unacceptable Conditions
Thawed specimen.
Storage Transport Temp
Send frozen plasma Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Frozen at -70°C: 1 year
Methodology
Radial Immunodiffusion (RID)
Turnaround Time
Up to 4 weeks
Department
Complement Lab
Synonyms
Radial Immuno Assay (C1s Level);Complement (C1s Level)
Reference Interval
Human Male: 59-297 % of STD
Human Female: 59-297 % of STD
CPT Code
86160