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Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (K2 EDTA) (Plasma gel tube/PST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL Plasma
Collection Instructions:
1. Mix well.
2. Within 30 minutes of collection, centrifuge at 1600 (±200) x g (rcf) at 4° C for 15 minutes.
3. Aliquot 1.5 mL of plasma into a plastic vial.
4. Freeze immediately at -20° C for up to 2 weeks.
5. Send frozen.
Reporting Name
C3a Level By RIA, PlasmaSpecimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
Plasma: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
0-780 ng/mL
Performing Laboratory
National Jewish HealthCPT Code Information
86160
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FC3AR | C3a Level By RIA, Plasma | 4488-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FC3AR | C3a Level By RIA, Plasma | 4488-3 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday