Anti-C1q Antibody (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Anti-C1q Antibody (Blood)

Alternate Names	Complement 1q antibodies, anti C1q antibodies
Test Code	MISCSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $50.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	To be discussed with Immunopathologist prior to ordering (ph:03 9496 5119) or call pathology to speak to the Immunology laboratory. This test is NOT the same as C1q Level (Blood) Test.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Send to the laboratory as soon as possible Transport on ice
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	2mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	S, SP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze within 6 hours of collection. Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions Forward sample to Heidelberg laboratory frozen in BioFreeze bottle. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in frozen (-20°C) Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Immunology, Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick
Accredited Test	Yes

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