COMP TOTAL
Complement, Total (CH50), Serum
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3252
Synonyms:
CH50
COM
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Immediately after specimen collection, place the tube on wet ice and allow specimen to clot.
2. Centrifuge at 4 degrees C and aliquot serum into 5 mL plastic vial.
3. Within 30 minutes of centrifugation, freeze specimen. Specimen must be placed on dry ice if not frozen immediately.
NOTE: If a refrigerated centrifuge is not available, it is acceptable to use a room temperature centrifuge, provided the specimen is kept on ice before centrifugation, and immediately afterward, the serum is aliquoted and frozen.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Frozen - 28 days
CPT Codes:
86162 - Complement Total CH50 (EAP 30020522)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
1-3 days
Method:
Automated Liposome Lysis Assay