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HelpTest Code Epic LAB2330 Circulating Immune Complex, C1q Binding
Additional Codes
SQ code FCQBAM
Mayo code FCQBA
Reporting Name
CIC, C1q BindingSpecimen Type
SerumPerforming Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesUseful For
Detecting circulating immune complexes
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top or serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Allow complete clotting of red blood cells (up to 1 hour).
2. Within 30 minutes after clotting is complete, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
3. Freeze immediately.
4. Send frozen.
Note: Critical frozen. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Less than or equal to 3.9 ug Eq/mL
Day(s) Performed
Saturday, Monday, and Thursday
CPT Code Information
86332
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FCQBA | CIC, C1q Binding | 27831-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z2636 | CIC, C1q Binding | 27831-7 |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis: | Reject |
| Thawing: | Cold reject; Warm reject |
| Non-frozen specimen | Reject |
Method Name
Semi-Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay