C6 Level
Test Code
C6L
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
Complement (C6 Level);Radial Immuno Assay (C6 Level)
Reference Interval
Human Male: 28-69 mcg/mL
Human Female: 28-69 mcg/mL
CPT Code
86160