Test Name
C1 Esterase Inhibitor
Alternate DescriptionComplement, C1 Esterase Inhibitor
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeSerum
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Non Gel Red Top. Transport to Lab immediately.
Container Whole Blood Required7 ml whole blood in a Non Gel Red Top
Summary Test NameC1 Esterase Inhibitor
Specimen Preparation OutreachSpin within 4 hours of collection, separate serum into plastic 12 X 75 pour-off tube. Cap with red plastic stopper. Refrigerate until courier pickup.
Minimum Volume0.5 ml serum
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseSpin, separate, refrigerate until shipped
Patient PreparationShould be a fasting specimen
Reference ValueAccompanies report