C3 Level to National Jewish Health
| Abbrev Code: | C3NJ | ||
| Order Code: | LAB6475 | Order Name: | C3 to Nat Jewish |
| Methodology: | Turbidimetry | ||
| CPT Codes: | 86160 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Thur; results are reported within 2-3 days | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
| Container: | Red (no gel) Alternate Containers: Red or gold (gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Thawed specimen. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Allow specimen to clot at room temperature for 30-60 minutes. Within 2 hours of collection or ASAP, centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store in freezer. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship overnight on dry ice. |
| Stability: | After separation from cells: 4 hours at room temperature; 8 days refrigerated; 3 months frozen at ≥ -20°C |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (National Jewish Health) |
| Referral Lab number: | C3 |
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