Immune Complex, C1Q Binding Assay

Test Code:  C1Q
Assay Schedule:  M,Th
Reporting Schedule:  1-8 days
CPT:  86332

Collection

Specimen(s):
  • Serum

Acceptable Container(s):
  • SST gel (red top)

Volume:
  • Preferred: 1.0mL
  • Minimum: 0.5mL

Stability:
  • Ambient: Unacceptable
  • Refrigerated: Unacceptable
  • Frozen: 2 weeks

Processing & Shipping

Specimen Processing:
Allow red top to clot for 2 hours. Centrifuge immediately and separate serum into transport tube. Freeze immediately.

Shipping Instructions:
CRITICAL: Ship frozen

Special Instructions:
Separate frozen specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.

Rejection Criteria:
Refrigerated and ambient specimens are unacceptable.

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