Circulating Immune Complexes; CIC; C1q binding Immune complex
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Immune Complexes, Serum/Plasma
Test ID: C1QBIND
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
ELISA
Method Description
This assay DOES NOT quantitate C1q protein. For C1q protein quantitation refer to Complement Component C1q, Serum/Plasma
Platform
Euroimmun Analyzer I
Report Includes
Immune Complexes
Specimens
Serum; Plasma (EDTA)
Test Location
London Health Sciences Centre, 339 Windermere Road, London ON N6A 5A5
Test Version
23-Mar-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Serum; Plasma (EDTA)
Sample Volume
1.0 mL (0.5 mL x 2)
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Patient Preparation
Fasting sample preferred.
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate within 1 hour of collection. Store and send frozen. Avoid multiple freeze/thaw.
Additional Information
Submission of duplicate aliquots is recommended in case repeat analysis is required. Samples should not be heat inactivated. Heat inactivation results in false positive results. Rheumatoid Factor may interfere with analysis. Indicate if the patient is positive for RF.
Stability
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
|---|---|
| Frozen | > 7 days |
Test Version
23-Mar-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
ELISA
Method Description
This assay DOES NOT quantitate C1q protein. For C1q protein quantitation refer to Complement Component C1q, Serum/Plasma
Platform
Euroimmun Analyzer I
Turnaround Time
20 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
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| Immune Complexes | RU/mL |
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Immune Complexes (CIC) as measured by C1q binding are found sporadically in the normal population as a result of infection and can also be elevated after eating. Results from different technologies, methodologies and manufacturer's kits may vary widely due to differences in standardization.
CIC testing is used to aid diagnosis only. CIC results are not diagnostic proof of the presence of absence of disease. Review the results in conjunction with history, and other diagnostic and serological tests. |
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Test Location
London Health Sciences Centre, 339 Windermere Road, London ON N6A 5A5
Test Version
23-Mar-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| C1QBIND | 28713Immune Complex | RU/mL |
Test Version
23-Mar-2023