Test Code LAB151 Complement C4
Performing Laboratory
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (ARRMC)
Performing Department
Special Chemistry
Specimen Required
Tubes of blood are to be kept in a vertical position at all times. Centrifuge collection tube and separate within 2 hours of draw.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
- Tubes of blood are to be kept in a vertical position at all times.
- Centrifuge collection tube and separate within 2 hours of draw.
- Serum samples may be stored at 2°-8°C if not assayed within 6 hours.
- Freeze if not assayed within 24 hours.
Reject Due To
Plasma samples are not accepted
Grossly Hemolyzed
Grossly Lipemic
Day(s) Performed
Test is run Monday through Friday, A.M. shift.
Method Name
Turbidimetric
CPT Code Information
86160 Complement; antigen, each component
Billing Code
2070076
Reference Values
Assay |
New Adult Reference Range |
Previous Adult Reference Range |
C4 |
12.9 – 39.2 mg/dL |
16 – 38 mg/dL |
***Pediatric ranges have not been established.