Test Overview
Clinical Utility
Testing for protein C deficiency during an acute illness or anticoagulant therapy is not recommended.
Method
Latex Immunoturbidimetry
Analytical Platform
ACLTOP
Result Included
Protein C - Immunological
Aliases/Synonyms
Protein C - Antigen; Protein C - Level
Specimen
Specimen Type
Plasma (Na Citrate)Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Patient Preparation
Patient should not be on anticoagulant therapy.
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Prepare platelet-poor specimen and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Frozen |
|---|
| 2 weeks at ≤-20°C |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Not frozen |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
30 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Protein C - ImmunologicalU/mL≥18 y: 0.65 - 1.25
Referral Location
Canada
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-03-01