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General
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Clinical Use:
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Increased C5b-9 complex is seen in elevated complement activation. Elevated levels have a high sensitivity but are not specific for transplant associated thrombotic microangiopathy. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a week. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| C5b-9, Complement membrane attack complex, sC5b-9, |
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Code:
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C5B9 |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send separated samples frozen on dry ice. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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EDTA (LAVENDER), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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For advice: Contact QEII Immunology 6383 4306
Sample must be separated and frozen into 2 aliquots within 2 hours of collection.
Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $160.00 upfront. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge, separate and freeze sample into 2 aliquots. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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1mL |
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Stability:
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2 hours chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send separated sample frozen on dry ice.
Requests should be urgently reviewed by Immunologist prior to transport. Referred Testing department to contact Immunology via 6383 4306 on day of collection to ensure same day referral. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Contact Phone
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Laboratory |
Royal Children's Hospital |
(03) 9345 5522 |
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Last Updated : 08-07-2025 12:00 |