| EX0253 C3 & C4 COMPLEMENT PANEL |
| Specimen: |
2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Overnight fasting is preferred. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 8 hrs |
1 week |
2 weeks |
|
| Method: |
Immunoturbidimetry |
| Comment: |
Also see HISTOPATHOLOGY, DIRECT IMMUNOFLUORESCENCE TESTS. |
| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
The absence of early complement components (C1-C4) results in the inability of immune complexes to activate the cascade. These patients have increased susceptibility to infections with encapsulated micro-organisms. They may also develop symptoms suggestive of autoimmune disease.C3 deficiency may result in Pneumococcal and Neisserial infections and Autoimmune glomerulonephritis. C4 deficiency has been associated with SLE & Glomerulonephritis. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Nephrologist, Physician |
| Disease: |
Disorders of the Complement system |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Immunology |
| Pre Test Information: |
Overnight fasting is preferred. |
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