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C3 nephritic factor
EPIC
C3 Nephritic factor
Section
Immunology
Clinical indications
Stabilises the alternative pathway C3 convertase. Results in a low C3 and seen in membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis and partial lipodystrophy. Only done if C3 low
Specimen requirement
2ml serum / serum gel
Dispatch and handling instructions
Sent to PRU, Sheffield
Turnaround time
21 days
Synonym
Not applicable
Is it IS0 15189 accredited?
Yes