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Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

Specimen Types:

Serum

Container Types:

SST

Collection & Request Instructions:

Usually ordered as part of 'terminal complement levels' in investigation of Membrane Attack Complex deficiencies

Processing Instructions:

Centrifuge
Aliquot
Freeze Immediately

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Monthly

External Laboratory:

SEALS - Prince Of Wales

External Transport Instructions:

Send Frozen on Dry Ice

Must be approved by a Chemical Pathologist