Test Name: Complement Component, C3 
Alternate Test Names C3 Complement 
PLS Test Code C3  Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Serum 
Container Serum Separator Tube (SST)  Container colour White 
Multiple specimens OR Lithium Heparin Gel Tube 
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges 0.90 - 1.80 g/L 
Turnaround Time Routine 24 Hours  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Daily Monday to Friday  Transport Room temperature 
Special Requirements None 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory No 
Ref Laboratory Name  
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 25-Aug-2006 (Version: 1.00)